Private charter between Charleston and Tampa starts at US$10,000 aboard a very light jet.
Private jet charter from Charleston (CHS) to Tampa (TPA), and from Tampa (TPA) back to Charleston (CHS).
The straight-line distance between Charleston and Tampa is about 597 km (371 miles), or 322 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Charleston to Tampa (and Tampa to Charleston) ranges from US$10,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$24,000 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. 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. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 10m | 1h 03m – 1h 17m | US$12,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 14m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 12m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 10m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 10m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 08m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 06m | US$14,500 – US$20,500 | 6-8 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Charleston and Tampa 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Charleston, United States: Charleston International Airport, Charleston Executive Airport, Summerville Airport, Berkeley County Airport and Lowcountry Regional Airport.
Tampa, United States: Tampa International Airport, St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport, Tampa Executive Airport, Lakeland Linder International Airport, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and Brooksville–Tampa Bay Regional Airport.
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 17:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston → Tampa | 17 | 62 min | 54 min | Cessna Citation CJ3 (3), Cessna Citation Latitude (2), Hawker BEECHCRAFT Hawker 750/850 (2), Cessna Citation XLS (2) |
| Tampa → Charleston | 16 | 64 min | — | Pilatus PC-12 (4), Embraer Phenom 300 (3), Dassault Falcon 2000 (1), Cessna Citation 10 (1) |
33 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Charleston International Airport | Tampa International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KCHS / CHS | KTPA / TPA |
| Longest hard runway | 9,001 ft | 11,002 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 46 ft | 26 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Charleston Executive Airport (5,350 ft, 22 km) · Summerville Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · Berkeley County Airport (5,001 ft, 32 km) · Lowcountry Regional Airport (6,002 ft, 56 km) · St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (9,730 ft, 17 km) · Tampa Executive Airport (5,000 ft, 19 km) · Lakeland Linder International Airport (8,500 ft, 50 km) · Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (9,500 ft, 65 km)
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 14m to your destination. That's the full journey.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$10,000 – US$24,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
The Charleston to Tampa 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$10,000 – US$24,000 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 14m in the air over 597 km (371 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Charleston–Tampa charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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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