Private charter between Austin and San Francisco starts at US$32,500 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Austin (AUS) to San Francisco (SFO), and from San Francisco (SFO) back to Austin (AUS).
Austin and San Francisco lie approximately 2,417 km apart (1,502 mi / 1,305 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$32,500 – US$89,000 for a one-way charter between Austin and San Francisco, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 25m | 3h 05m – 3h 46m | US$46,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 11m | 2h 52m – 3h 30m | US$63,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 25m | US$46,500 – US$65,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 23m | US$51,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 15m | US$56,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 11m | US$63,500 – US$89,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 11m | US$70,000 – US$98,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 15m | US$76,000 – US$100,000 | 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Austin–San Francisco 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
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.
San Francisco, United States: San Francisco International Airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, Moffett Federal Airfield, Half Moon Bay Airport, Hayward Executive Airport and Mineta San Jose International Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Austin: Austin (AUS), Pflugerville (KEDC), Georgetown (KGTU), New Braunfels (KBAZ); San Francisco: San Jose (SJC), San Francisco (SFO), Oakland (OAK), Mountain View (NUQ), Hayward (HWD).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Mon, most often around 17:00 UTC.
Austin→San Francisco runs about 21 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin → San Francisco | 263 | 199 min | 165 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (27), Dassault Falcon 900 (23), Bombardier Challenger 350 (20), Gulfstream G650 (19) |
| San Francisco → Austin | 273 | 178 min | — | Gulfstream G650 (23), Dassault Falcon 900 (22), Bombardier Challenger 350 (21), Gulfstream 4 (20) |
536 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Austin Bergstrom International Airport | San Francisco International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KAUS / AUS | KSFO / SFO |
| Longest hard runway | 12,250 ft | 11,870 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 542 ft | 13 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 8,670 ft spare |
2,180 km 842 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,970 ft spare |
2,410 km 612 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,370 ft spare |
3,700 km 678 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 8,592 ft spare |
3,650 km 628 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 7,670 ft spare |
3,900 km 878 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,294 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,578 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,940 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,904 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,970 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,378 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,178 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,198 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,430 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,378 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,570 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,778 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,080 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,378 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,870 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,238 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,070 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,090 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,870 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,938 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,070 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,923 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
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) · Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (10,520 ft, 18 km) · Moffett Federal Airfield (9,197 ft, 37 km) · Half Moon Bay Airport (5,000 ft, 16 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 23 km)
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Guide pricing on Austin–San Francisco is published clearly: US$32,500 – US$89,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Travel Austin–San Francisco with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Austin–San Francisco is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$32,500 – US$89,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 25m gate to gate over 2,417 km (1,502 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Austin–San Francisco charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Austin–San Francisco charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: San Francisco to Austin runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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