Fly private between Austin and Charlotte from US$24,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Austin (AUS) ⇄ Charlotte (CLT) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Austin and Charlotte is about 1,658 km (1,030 miles), or 895 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Austin–Charlotte spans US$24,500 – US$67,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 28m | 2h 13m – 2h 43m | US$35,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 18m | 2h 04m – 2h 32m | US$48,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 28m | US$35,000 – US$49,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 27m | US$38,500 – US$54,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 21m | US$42,000 – US$59,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 18m | US$48,000 – US$67,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 18m | US$53,000 – US$73,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 21m | US$57,500 – US$80,500 | 9-12 |
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.
What determines the price between Austin and Charlotte? 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:
Austin, United States: Austin Bergstrom International Airport, San Marcos Regional Airport, Austin Executive Airport, New Braunfels National Airport and Georgetown Executive Airport at Johnny Gantt Field.
Charlotte, United States: Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, Rock Hill - York County Airport, Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport, Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport and Lancaster County-Mc Whirter Field.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Austin: Austin (AUS), Pflugerville (KEDC); Charlotte: Charlotte (CLT), Concord (USA).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Charlotte→Austin runs about 28 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin → Charlotte | 13 | 134 min | 117 min | Embraer Phenom 300 (3), Cessna Citation XLS (2) |
| Charlotte → Austin | 10 | 162 min | — | Gulfstream G280 (2) |
23 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Austin Bergstrom International Airport | Charlotte Douglas International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KAUS / AUS | KCLT / CLT |
| Longest hard runway | 12,250 ft | 10,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | CONC-F |
| Field elevation | 542 ft | 748 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Austin to Charlotte can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Austin Bergstrom International Airport has 12,250 ft and Charlotte Douglas International Airport 10,000 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. At 1,658 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Embraer Phenom 100EV at 2,180 km.
Alternates within range: San Marcos Regional Airport (6,330 ft, 39 km) · Austin Executive Airport (6,025 ft, 24 km) · New Braunfels National Airport (6,503 ft, 66 km) · Georgetown Executive Airport at Johnny Gantt Field (5,004 ft, 53 km) · Concord-Padgett Regional Airport (7,402 ft, 29 km) · Rock Hill - York County Airport (5,500 ft, 27 km) · Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport (7,001 ft, 37 km) · Lincolnton Lincoln County Regional Airport (5,700 ft, 36 km)
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Austin–Charlotte quote requests within 60 minutes.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Austin–Charlotte sector leaves when you do.
Austin–Charlotte is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$24,500 – US$67,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 28m gate to gate over 1,658 km (1,030 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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 Austin–Charlotte 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.
Of course: Charlotte to Austin runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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