Fly private between Seattle and Santa Ana from US$23,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Seattle (SEA) to Santa Ana (SNA) and Santa Ana to Seattle — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Seattle and Santa Ana is about 1,576 km (979 miles), or 851 nautical miles.
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Expect US$23,500 – US$64,500 for a one-way charter between Seattle and Santa Ana, 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. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 22m | 2h 08m – 2h 36m | US$33,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 13m | 2h 00m – 2h 26m | US$46,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 22m | US$33,500 – US$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 21m | US$37,000 – US$51,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 15m | US$40,000 – US$56,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 13m | US$46,000 – US$64,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 13m | US$50,500 – US$71,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 15m | US$55,000 – US$77,500 | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Seattle and Santa Ana are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
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.
Santa Ana, United States: John Wayne Orange County International Airport, Long Beach International Airport, Ontario International Airport, Chino Airport, Los Angeles International Airport and Riverside Municipal Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 02:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
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 → Santa Ana | 23 | 140 min | 118 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (3), Pilatus PC-12 (2), Bombardier Challenger (2), Embraer Phenom 300 (2) |
| Santa Ana → Seattle | 27 | 141 min | — | Cessna Citation Latitude (4), Cessna Citation XLS (3), Embraer Phenom 300 (3), Pilatus PC-12 (2) |
50 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | John Wayne Orange County International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KSEA / SEA | KSNA / SNA |
| Longest hard runway | 11,901 ft | 5,700 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 433 ft | 56 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
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) · Long Beach International Airport (10,000 ft, 30 km) · Ontario International Airport (12,197 ft, 49 km) · Chino Airport (7,000 ft, 40 km) · Los Angeles International Airport (12,894 ft, 58 km)
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Seattle–Santa Ana quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Seattle–Santa Ana runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
The 2h 22m airborne is uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Seattle–Santa Ana is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$23,500 – US$64,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 22m in the air over 1,576 km (979 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super 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–Santa Ana departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Seattle–Santa Ana 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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