Fly private between Charlotte and Tampa from US$10,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Charlotte (CLT) to Tampa (TPA) and Tampa to Charlotte — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Charlotte and Tampa is about 819 km (509 miles), or 442 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Charlotte to Tampa (and Tampa to Charlotte) ranges from US$10,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$29,500 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.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 25m | 1h 17m – 1h 34m | US$21,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 25m | US$21,000 – US$29,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 25m | US$23,000 – US$32,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 22m | US$25,000 – US$35,500 | 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.
Every Charlotte–Tampa quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
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.
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.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Charlotte: Charlotte (CLT), Concord (USA), Rock Hill (RKH); Tampa: Tampa (TPA, KVDF), Pinellas Park (PIE), Lakeland (LAL).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Mon, most often around 12:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Wed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte → Tampa | 26 | 81 min | 63 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (6), Embraer Phenom 300 (4), Bombardier Challenger 350 (2), Dassault Falcon 900 (2) |
| Tampa → Charlotte | 31 | 80 min | — | Cessna Citation Latitude (7), Dassault Falcon 2000 (4), Embraer Phenom 300 (3), Embraer Praetor 500 (2) |
57 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Charlotte Douglas International Airport | Tampa International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KCLT / CLT | KTPA / TPA |
| Longest hard runway | 10,000 ft | 11,002 ft |
| Surface | CONC-F | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 748 ft | 26 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Charlotte to Tampa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Charlotte Douglas International Airport has 10,000 ft and Tampa International Airport 11,002 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. The leg is 819 km.
Alternates within range: 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) · 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)
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Pets are welcome on every Charlotte–Tampa charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Demand on Charlotte–Tampa comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$29,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 25m gate to gate over 819 km (509 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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 Charlotte–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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