Private charter between Washington and San Antonio starts at US$30,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Washington (IAD) ⇄ San Antonio (SAT) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Washington and San Antonio lie approximately 2,189 km apart (1,360 mi / 1,182 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Washington to San Antonio (and San Antonio to Washington) ranges from US$30,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$82,500 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. 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. | 3h 08m | 2h 49m – 3h 27m | US$43,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 55m | 2h 38m – 3h 13m | US$59,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 08m | US$43,000 – US$60,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 06m | US$47,500 – US$66,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 59m | US$51,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 55m | US$59,000 – US$82,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 55m | US$65,000 – US$91,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 59m | US$71,000 – US$99,000 | 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.
Jet charter costs between Washington and San Antonio 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Washington, United States: Washington Dulles International Airport, Washington Manassas Harry P. Davis Field, Leesburg Executive Airport, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd Field and Upperville Airport.
San Antonio, United States: San Antonio International Airport, Stinson Municipal Airport, Nighthawks Nest Airport, New Braunfels National Airport, Boerne Stage Field and Castroville Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Washington: Dulles (IAD), Washington (DCA); San Antonio: San Antonio (SAT), New Braunfels (KBAZ).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 13:00 UTC.
Washington→San Antonio runs about 19 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Mon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington → San Antonio | 32 | 186 min | 164 min | Dassault Falcon 2000 (13), Gulfstream G650 (3), Bombardier Challenger (3), Cessna Citation 10 (2) |
| San Antonio → Washington | 20 | 167 min | — | Dassault Falcon 2000 (7), Gulfstream 5 (2) |
52 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Washington Dulles International Airport | San Antonio International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KIAD / IAD | KSAT / SAT |
| Longest hard runway | 11,500 ft | 8,505 ft |
| Surface | CONC-G | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 312 ft | 809 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 5,305 ft spare |
2,180 km 557 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 5,605 ft spare |
2,410 km 327 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 5,005 ft spare |
3,700 km 963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 5,227 ft spare |
3,650 km 913 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 4,305 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,163 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,929 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,863 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 3,575 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,189 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,605 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,663 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,813 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,483 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 3,065 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,663 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 3,205 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,063 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,715 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,663 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,505 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,523 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,705 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,375 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,505 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,223 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,705 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,208 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Washington Manassas Harry P. Davis Field (6,200 ft, 25 km) · Leesburg Executive Airport (5,500 ft, 17 km) · Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (7,169 ft, 38 km) · Eastern WV Regional Airport/Shepherd Field (8,815 ft, 68 km) · Stinson Municipal Airport (5,000 ft, 22 km) · Nighthawks Nest Airport (7,634 ft, 31 km) · New Braunfels National Airport (6,503 ft, 45 km) · Boerne Stage Field (5,006 ft, 30 km)
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Washington–San Antonio quote requests within 60 minutes.
The Washington to San Antonio 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$30,000 – US$82,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 3h 08m gate to gate across the 2,189 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Washington–San Antonio 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.
Of course: San Antonio to Washington runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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