Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time2h 04m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$13,000 – US$18,000
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Fly private between Atlanta and Des Moines from US$13,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant, guaranteed quote.
Private jet charter from Atlanta (ATL) to Des Moines (DSM), and from Des Moines (DSM) back to Atlanta (ATL).
The straight-line distance between Atlanta and Des Moines is about 1,195 km (743 miles), or 645 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Atlanta to Des Moines (and Des Moines to Atlanta) ranges from US$13,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$38,500 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. 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. 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.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 2h 04m | 1h 52m – 2h 16m | US$13,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 56m | 1h 44m – 2h 08m | US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 1h 54m | 1h 43m – 2h 05m | US$27,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 2h 04m | US$13,000 – US$18,000 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 2h 00m | US$14,500 – US$20,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 56m | US$15,500 – US$21,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 56m | US$19,000 – US$26,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 53m | US$21,000 – US$29,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 47m | US$23,000 – US$32,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 54m | US$27,500 – US$38,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 53m | US$30,500 – US$42,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 48m | US$33,000 – US$46,000 | 8-10 |
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 Atlanta and Des Moines? 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Atlanta, United States: Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport, Fulton County Airport Brown Field, DeKalb Peachtree Airport, Cobb County International Airport-McCollum Field, Hoblit Farms Airport and Hall Miller Municipal Airport.
Des Moines, United States: Des Moines International Airport and Morningstar Field.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
The Atlanta to Des Moines 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$13,000 – US$38,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 04m airborne across the 1,195 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Midsize Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Atlanta–Des Moines departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Atlanta–Des Moines charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Des Moines to Atlanta runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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