Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 09m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$10,000 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Fly private between Akron and Philadelphia from US$10,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Akron (CAK) to Philadelphia (PHL), and from Philadelphia (PHL) back to Akron (CAK).
Akron and Philadelphia lie approximately 538 km apart (334 mi / 290 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$22,500 for a one-way charter between Akron and Philadelphia, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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 09m | 1h 02m – 1h 16m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 05m | 59 min – 1h 12m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 09m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 07m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 05m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 05m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 04m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 02m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 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.
The guide range for Akron–Philadelphia is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Akron, United States: Akron Canton Regional Airport, Akron Fulton International Airport, Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, Wayne County Airport and Burke Lakefront Airport.
Philadelphia, United States: Philadelphia International Airport, Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Wilmington Airport, Millville Municipal Airport, Trenton Mercer Airport and Chester County G O Carlson Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Akron: Akron (CAK), Cleveland (BKL, CLE); Philadelphia: Ewing Township (TTN), Philadelphia (PNE, PHL).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Philadelphia→Akron runs about 10 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akron → Philadelphia | 11 | 54 min | 49 min | Dassault Falcon 900 (2), Bombardier Challenger 300 (2) |
| Philadelphia → Akron | 16 | 64 min | — | Bombardier Challenger 300 (2), Gulfstream G650 (2), Dassault Falcon 2000 (2), Embraer Praetor 500 (2) |
27 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Akron Canton Regional Airport | Philadelphia International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KCAK / CAK | KPHL / PHL |
| Longest hard runway | 8,204 ft | 12,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,228 ft | 36 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Akron to Philadelphia can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Akron Canton Regional Airport has 8,204 ft and Philadelphia International Airport 12,000 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. The leg is 538 km.
Alternates within range: Akron Fulton International Airport (6,336 ft, 14 km) · Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (9,953 ft, 65 km) · Wayne County Airport (5,190 ft, 38 km) · Burke Lakefront Airport (6,604 ft, 70 km) · Northeast Philadelphia Airport (7,000 ft, 31 km) · Wilmington Airport (7,275 ft, 38 km) · Millville Municipal Airport (6,003 ft, 58 km) · Trenton Mercer Airport (6,006 ft, 58 km)
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
We publish the price band (US$10,000 – US$22,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
The Akron to Philadelphia route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$10,000 – US$22,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 09m gate to gate over 538 km (334 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Akron–Philadelphia charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Akron–Philadelphia charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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