Private charter between Arcata CA and Crescent City starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Arcata CA (ACV) to Crescent City (CEC) and Crescent City to Arcata CA — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Arcata CA and Crescent City is about 90 km (56 miles), or 48 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Arcata CA to Crescent City (and Crescent City to Arcata CA) ranges from US$10,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 32 min | 29 min – 35 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 35 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 34 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 32 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 31 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 31 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Arcata CA–Crescent City 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Arcata CA, United States: California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport.
Crescent City, United States: Jack Mc Namara Field Airport.
| California Redwood Coast-Humboldt County Airport | Jack Mc Namara Field Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KACV / ACV | KCEC / CEC |
| Longest hard runway | 6,046 ft | 5,002 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 221 ft | 61 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,502 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,687 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,002 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,587 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,802 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,067 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,102 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,297 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,002 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,787 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,502 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,867 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,802 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,367 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,502 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,587 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,724 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,537 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 802 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,787 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 574 ft short |
4,600 km 4,487 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 72 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,813 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 102 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,287 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 310 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,107 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 438 ft short |
7,400 km 7,287 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 298 ft short |
7,800 km 7,687 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 212 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,287 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 998 ft short |
14,260 km 14,147 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 798 ft short |
11,112 km 10,999 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 998 ft short |
12,960 km 12,847 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 202 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,832 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Rohnerville Airport (4,004 ft, 47 km) · Murray Field (3,011 ft, 19 km) · Samoa Field Airport (2,700 ft, 24 km) · Kneeland Airport (2,270 ft, 33 km) · Illinois Valley Airport (4,807 ft, 58 km) · Ward Field (2,990 ft, 22 km) · Brookings Airport (2,901 ft, 33 km) · Andy Mc Beth Airport (2,400 ft, 36 km)
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Arcata CA–Crescent City quote requests within 60 minutes.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Arcata CA–Crescent City sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Arcata CA–Crescent City trip to about 35 min gate to gate.
Arcata CA–Crescent City is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 35 min gate to gate across the 90 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Arcata CA–Crescent City departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Arcata CA–Crescent City charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Crescent City to Arcata CA runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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