Private charter between Cedar Rapids and Detroit starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
We fly Cedar Rapids (IOW) ⇄ Detroit (DTW) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Cedar Rapids and Detroit lie approximately 681 km apart (423 mi / 367 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Cedar Rapids–Detroit spans US$10,000 – US$26,000: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 22m | 1h 14m – 1h 30m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 17m | 1h 09m – 1h 25m | US$13,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 22m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 19m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 17m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 17m | US$13,000 – US$18,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 15m | US$14,500 – US$20,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 12m | US$15,500 – US$21,500 | 6-8 |
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.
Every Cedar Rapids–Detroit quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Cedar Rapids, United States: Iowa City Municipal Airport and Independence Municipal Airport.
Detroit, United States: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Willow Run Airport, Windsor International Airport, Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport, Oakland County International Airport and Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport.
| Iowa City Municipal Airport | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KIOW / IOW | KDTW / DTW |
| Longest hard runway | 5,002 ft | 12,003 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 668 ft | 645 ft |
| Distance from city | 31 km | in the city |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| 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 |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 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 | Runway too short |
| 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 | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Runway too short |
| 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: Independence Municipal Airport (5,500 ft, 67 km) · Vinton Veterans Memorial Airpark (4,000 ft, 45 km) · Belle Plaine Municipal Airport (4,001 ft, 48 km) · Monticello Regional Airport (4,400 ft, 59 km) · Willow Run Airport (7,543 ft, 15 km) · Windsor International Airport (9,000 ft, 33 km) · Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (5,092 ft, 36 km) · Oakland County International Airport (6,521 ft, 51 km)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$10,000 – US$26,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Cedar Rapids–Detroit is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,000 – US$26,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 22m in the air over 681 km (423 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cedar Rapids–Detroit charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Cedar Rapids–Detroit charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Detroit to Cedar Rapids runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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