Fly private between Albuquerque and San Francisco from US$22,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Albuquerque (ABQ) to San Francisco (SFO) and San Francisco to Albuquerque — timed and priced alike.
Albuquerque and San Francisco lie approximately 1,439 km apart (894 mi / 777 nm) on a direct routing.
From US$22,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$22,000 – US$60,000 for a one-way charter between Albuquerque and San Francisco, 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 12m | 1h 59m – 2h 25m | US$31,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 03m | 1h 51m – 2h 15m | US$43,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 12m | US$31,500 – US$44,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 11m | US$34,500 – US$48,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 06m | US$38,000 – US$53,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 03m | US$43,000 – US$60,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 03m | US$47,500 – US$66,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 06m | US$51,500 – US$72,000 | 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Albuquerque–San Francisco charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Albuquerque, United States: Albuquerque International Sunport, Double Eagle II Airport, Belen Regional Airport and Moriarty Municipal Airport.
San Francisco, United States: San Francisco International Airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, Moffett Federal Airfield, Half Moon Bay Airport, Hayward Executive Airport and Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Albuquerque: Albuquerque (ABQ); San Francisco: San Jose (SJC), Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO), Hayward (HWD).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 20:00 UTC.
Albuquerque→San Francisco runs about 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque → San Francisco | 43 | 134 min | 112 min | Embraer Phenom 300 (8), Cessna Citation CJ3 (6), Cessna Citation XLS (5), Piaggio Avanti (3) |
| San Francisco → Albuquerque | 40 | 119 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (6), Cessna Citation CJ3 (4), Bombardier Challenger (3), Learjet 45 (3) |
83 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Albuquerque International Sunport | San Francisco International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KABQ / ABQ | KSFO / SFO |
| Longest hard runway | 13,793 ft | 11,870 ft |
| Surface | CONC-G | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,355 ft | 13 ft |
Albuquerque International Sunport is at 5,355 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
All 16 aircraft we quote for Albuquerque to San Francisco can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Albuquerque International Sunport has 13,793 ft and San Francisco International Airport 11,870 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 1,439 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: Double Eagle II Airport (7,398 ft, 21 km) · Belen Regional Airport (6,601 ft, 48 km) · Moriarty Municipal Airport (7,702 ft, 56 km) · Mid Valley Airpark (4,332 ft, 34 km) · Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (10,520 ft, 18 km) · Moffett Federal Airfield (9,197 ft, 37 km) · Half Moon Bay Airport (5,000 ft, 16 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 23 km)
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Albuquerque–San Francisco sector leaves when you do.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 2h 12m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
Demand on Albuquerque–San Francisco 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$22,000 – US$60,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 12m gate to gate across the 1,439 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 Albuquerque–San Francisco departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
Other flights from Albuquerque | San Francisco | United States | North America
