Private charter between Dayton and Detroit starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Dayton (DAY) to Detroit (DTW) and Detroit to Dayton — timed and priced alike.
Dayton and Detroit lie approximately 267 km apart (166 mi / 144 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Dayton–Detroit spans US$10,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 56 min | 50 min – 1h 02m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 56 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 54 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 46 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 45 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 45 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
Charter pricing on Dayton–Detroit moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Dayton, United States: James M. Cox Dayton International Airport, Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport, Wilmington Airpark, Greene County/Lewis A. Jackson Regional Airport, Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport and Middletown Regional 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.
| James M. Cox Dayton International Airport | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDAY / DAY | KDTW / DTW |
| Longest hard runway | 10,901 ft | 12,003 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 1,009 ft | 645 ft |
| 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 | 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 | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Springfield-Beckley Municipal Airport (9,010 ft, 33 km) · Wilmington Airpark (10,701 ft, 64 km) · Greene County/Lewis A. Jackson Regional Airport (5,004 ft, 30 km) · Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport (5,000 ft, 35 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)
Pets are welcome on every Dayton–Detroit charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Dayton–Detroit quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Choose your wheels-up time — Dayton–Detroit runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Demand on Dayton–Detroit 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$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 56 min in the air over 267 km (166 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Dayton–Detroit charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Dayton–Detroit charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Detroit to Dayton runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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