Charter Albuquerque to Phoenix privately from US$10,000, about 1h 08m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Albuquerque (ABQ) to Phoenix (PHX) and Phoenix to Albuquerque — timed and priced alike.
Albuquerque and Phoenix lie approximately 527 km apart (328 mi / 285 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Albuquerque to Phoenix (and Phoenix to Albuquerque) ranges from US$10,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$22,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | 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 08m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 06m | 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 03m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 01m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
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 Albuquerque and Phoenix 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.
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.
Phoenix, United States: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Glendale Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Albuquerque: Albuquerque (ABQ, KAEG); Phoenix: Scottsdale (SCF), Phoenix (DVT, PHX), Mesa (AZA), Goodyear (GYR), Glendale (KGEU).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 17:00 UTC.
Albuquerque→Phoenix runs about 5 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Tue 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 → Phoenix | 102 | 64 min | 47 min | Cirrus Vision (16), Embraer Phenom 300 (10), Cessna Citation Mustang (7), Bombardier Challenger 300 (6) |
| Phoenix → Albuquerque | 94 | 59 min | — | Beech Super King Air (35), Learjet 60 (14), Cessna Citation Mustang (7), Embraer Phenom 300 (6) |
196 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Albuquerque International Sunport | Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KABQ / ABQ | KPHX / PHX |
| Longest hard runway | 13,793 ft | 11,489 ft |
| Surface | CONC-G | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 5,355 ft | 1,135 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 21 aircraft we quote for Albuquerque to Phoenix can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Albuquerque International Sunport has 13,793 ft and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport 11,489 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 527 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) · Scottsdale Airport (8,249 ft, 23 km) · Mesa Gateway Airport (10,401 ft, 36 km) · Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (8,196 ft, 29 km) · Phoenix Goodyear Airport (8,500 ft, 34 km)
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.
Our team responds to Albuquerque–Phoenix quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Choose your wheels-up time — Albuquerque–Phoenix runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
The Albuquerque to Phoenix 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$10,000 – US$22,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 08m gate to gate across the 527 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Albuquerque–Phoenix departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Albuquerque–Phoenix charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Phoenix to Albuquerque runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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