Private charter between Buffalo and Minneapolis starts at US$13,000 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Buffalo (BUF) to Minneapolis (MSP), and from Minneapolis (MSP) back to Buffalo (BUF).
As the crow flies, Buffalo to Minneapolis is roughly 1,179 kilometres — 733 miles, or 637 nautical miles.
From US$13,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$13,000 – US$38,000 for a one-way charter between Buffalo and Minneapolis, 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. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 52m | 1h 41m – 2h 03m | US$27,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 52m | US$27,000 – US$38,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 51m | US$29,500 – US$42,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 47m | US$32,500 – US$45,500 | 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.
Jet charter costs between Buffalo and Minneapolis are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Buffalo, United States: Buffalo Niagara International Airport, Niagara Falls International Airport, Genesee County Airport, Niagara District Airport and Chautauqua County-Dunkirk Airport.
Minneapolis, United States: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field, Flying Cloud Airport, Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport, New Richmond Regional Airport and L O Simenstad Municipal Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Buffalo: Buffalo (BUF); Minneapolis: Minneapolis (FCM, MSP), Saint Paul (STP).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Buffalo→Minneapolis runs about 22 minutes longer in the flights we have logged so far.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo → Minneapolis | 8 | 119 min | 105 min | |
| Minneapolis → Buffalo | 9 | 97 min | — | Learjet 31 (2), Bombardier Challenger (2), Cessna Citation Sovereign (2), Dassault Falcon 900 (2) |
17 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Buffalo Niagara International Airport | Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KBUF / BUF | KMSP / MSP |
| Longest hard runway | 8,829 ft | 11,006 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 728 ft | 841 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Buffalo to Minneapolis can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Buffalo Niagara International Airport has 8,829 ft and Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field 11,006 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 1,179 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Pilatus PC-12 NGX at 1,800 km.
Alternates within range: Niagara Falls International Airport (9,826 ft, 25 km) · Genesee County Airport (5,499 ft, 47 km) · Niagara District Airport (5,000 ft, 45 km) · Chautauqua County-Dunkirk Airport (6,000 ft, 67 km) · Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (6,491 ft, 14 km) · Flying Cloud Airport (5,001 ft, 19 km) · Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · New Richmond Regional Airport (5,507 ft, 61 km)
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Buffalo to Minneapolis.
Travel Buffalo–Minneapolis with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Demand on Buffalo–Minneapolis comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$13,000 – US$38,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 52m gate to gate across the 1,179 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Buffalo–Minneapolis 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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