Private charter between Albuquerque and Sacramento starts at US$30,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Albuquerque (ABQ) ⇄ Sacramento (SAC) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Albuquerque and Sacramento is about 1,379 km (857 miles), or 745 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Albuquerque to Sacramento (and Sacramento to Albuquerque) ranges from US$30,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$58,500 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. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 08m | 1h 55m – 2h 21m | US$30,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 59m | 1h 47m – 2h 11m | US$42,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 08m | US$30,500 – US$42,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 06m | US$33,500 – US$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 01m | US$36,500 – US$51,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 59m | US$42,000 – US$58,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 59m | US$46,000 – US$64,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 01m | US$50,500 – US$70,500 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Albuquerque and Sacramento? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Albuquerque, United States: Albuquerque International Sunport, Double Eagle II Airport, Belen Regional Airport and Moriarty Municipal Airport.
Sacramento, United States: McClellan Airfield, Sacramento International Airport, Sacramento Mather Airport, Sacramento Executive Airport, Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport and Yuba County Airport.
| Albuquerque International Sunport | Sacramento Executive Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KABQ / ABQ | KSAC / SAC |
| Longest hard runway | 13,793 ft | 5,503 ft |
| Surface | CONC-G | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,355 ft | 24 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 17 km |
Albuquerque International Sunport is at 5,355 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,303 ft spare |
2,180 km 456 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,603 ft spare |
2,410 km 686 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,003 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,976 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,225 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,926 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,303 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,176 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 73 ft short |
4,600 km 2,876 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 573 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,202 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 603 ft spare |
6,400 km 4,676 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 811 ft spare |
7,220 km 5,496 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 63 ft spare |
7,400 km 5,676 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 203 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,076 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 713 ft spare |
7,400 km 5,676 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 497 ft short |
14,260 km 12,536 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 297 ft short |
11,112 km 9,388 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 497 ft short |
12,960 km 11,236 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 703 ft spare |
11,945 km 10,221 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
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) · Sacramento International Airport (8,605 ft, 0 km) · Sacramento Mather Airport (11,301 ft, 30 km) · Sacramento Executive Airport (5,503 ft, 22 km) · Yolo County Davis Woodland Winters Airport (6,000 ft, 26 km)
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Those 2h 08m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Albuquerque–Sacramento is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$30,500 – US$58,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 08m gate to gate across the 1,379 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–Sacramento 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.
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