Private charter between Seattle and Sacramento starts at US$11,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Seattle (SEA) ⇄ Sacramento (MCC) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Seattle to Sacramento is roughly 979 kilometres — 608 miles, or 529 nautical miles.
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Expect US$11,500 – US$33,000 for a one-way charter between Seattle and Sacramento, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 37m | 1h 27m – 1h 47m | US$23,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 37m | US$23,500 – US$33,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 36m | US$26,000 – US$36,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 33m | US$28,000 – US$39,500 | 8-10 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Seattle–Sacramento, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Seattle, United States: Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, King County International Airport - Boeing Field, Renton Municipal Airport, Bremerton National Airport, Seattle Paine Field International Airport and Tacoma Narrows Airport.
Sacramento, United States: McClellan Airfield, Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento Mather Airport, Sacramento Executive Airport, Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport and Yuba County Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Seattle: Seattle (BFI, SEA), Everett (PAE), Renton (RNT); Sacramento: Sacramento (MHR, MCC, SMF, SAC), Davis/Woodland/Winters (KDWA).
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sun, most often around 15:00 UTC.
Sacramento→Seattle runs about 4 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle → Sacramento | 25 | 88 min | 80 min | Cessna Citation CJ2 (4), Hawker BEECHCRAFT Hawker 750/850 (4), Cessna Citation XLS (3), Cessna Citation 10 (3) |
| Sacramento → Seattle | 32 | 92 min | — | Cessna Citation CJ2 (4), Cessna Citation 10 (3), Cessna Citation XLS (3), Bombardier Challenger (3) |
57 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | McClellan Airfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KSEA / SEA | KMCC / MCC |
| Longest hard runway | 11,901 ft | 10,599 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 433 ft | 77 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 17 km |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Seattle to Sacramento can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Seattle–Tacoma International Airport has 11,901 ft and McClellan Airfield 10,599 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 979 km.
Alternates within range: King County International Airport - Boeing Field (10,007 ft, 9 km) · Renton Municipal Airport (5,382 ft, 9 km) · Bremerton National Airport (6,000 ft, 35 km) · Seattle Paine Field International Airport (9,010 ft, 51 km) · Sacramento International Airport (8,605 ft, 0 km) · Sacramento Mather Airport (11,301 ft, 30 km) · Sacramento Executive Airport (5,503 ft, 22 km) · Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport (6,000 ft, 26 km)
We publish the price band (US$11,500 – US$33,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Demand on Seattle–Sacramento comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$11,500 – US$33,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 37m gate to gate over 979 km (608 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Seattle–Sacramento departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Seattle–Sacramento charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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