Fly private between Albany and Minneapolis from US$23,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Albany (ALB) to Minneapolis (MSP) and Minneapolis to Albany — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Albany and Minneapolis is about 1,572 km (977 miles), or 849 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Albany to Minneapolis (and Minneapolis to Albany) ranges from US$23,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$64,500 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| 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 12m | 1h 59m – 2h 25m | 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 20m | 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 12m | US$46,000 – US$64,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 12m | US$50,500 – US$71,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 15m | US$55,000 – US$77,500 | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Albany and Minneapolis? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Albany, United States: Albany International Airport, Schenectady County Airport, Columbia County Airport, Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport and Pittsfield Municipal Airport.
Minneapolis, United States: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field, Flying Cloud Airport, Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport, New Richmond Regional Airport and L O Simenstad Municipal Airport.
| Albany International Airport | Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KALB / ALB | KMSP / MSP |
| Longest hard runway | 8,500 ft | 11,006 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 285 ft | 841 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Albany to Minneapolis can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Albany International Airport has 8,500 ft and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field 11,006 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. At 1,572 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Schenectady County Airport (7,001 ft, 16 km) · Columbia County Airport (5,350 ft, 51 km) · Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport (5,000 ft, 68 km) · Pittsfield Municipal Airport (5,792 ft, 55 km) · Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (6,491 ft, 14 km) · Flying Cloud Airport (5,001 ft, 19 km) · Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · New Richmond Regional Airport (5,507 ft, 61 km)
Choose your wheels-up time — Albany–Minneapolis runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Those 2h 22m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
We publish the price band (US$23,500 – US$64,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The Albany to Minneapolis route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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.
Roughly 2h 22m gate to gate across the 1,572 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Albany–Minneapolis departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Albany–Minneapolis charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Minneapolis to Albany runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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