Private charter between Denver and Tucson starts at US$11,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Denver (DEN) to Tucson (TUS) and Tucson to Denver — timed and priced alike.
Denver and Tucson lie approximately 1,029 km apart (639 mi / 555 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Denver to Tucson (and Tucson to Denver) ranges from US$11,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$34,500 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 41m | 1h 31m – 1h 51m | US$24,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 41m | US$24,500 – US$34,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 40m | US$27,000 – US$38,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 37m | US$29,500 – US$41,500 | 8-10 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
The guide range for Denver–Tucson is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Denver, United States: Denver International Airport, Buckley Space Force Base, Centennial Airport, Colorado Air and Space Port, Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport and Greeley–Weld County Airport.
Tucson, United States: Tucson International Airport, Ryan Field, Marana Regional Airport and Pinal Airpark.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Denver: Denver (APA, BJC, DEN); Tucson: Tucson (TUS), Marana (AVW).
Observed traffic makes this a weekend leisure route: departures cluster on Sun, most often around 16:00 UTC.
Denver→Tucson runs about 14 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Fri 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver → Tucson | 29 | 100 min | 83 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (6), Embraer Phenom 300 (4), Learjet 60 (3), Bombardier Challenger 300 (2) |
| Tucson → Denver | 19 | 86 min | — | Cessna Citation XLS (2), Embraer Phenom 300 (2) |
48 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Denver International Airport | Tucson International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDEN / DEN | KTUS / TUS |
| Longest hard runway | 16,000 ft | 10,996 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,431 ft | 2,643 ft |
Denver International Airport is at 5,431 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
All 19 aircraft we quote for Denver to Tucson can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Denver International Airport has 16,000 ft and Tucson International Airport 10,996 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 1,029 km.
Alternates within range: Buckley Space Force Base (11,006 ft, 19 km) · Centennial Airport (10,001 ft, 36 km) · Colorado Air and Space Port (8,002 ft, 14 km) · Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (9,000 ft, 38 km) · Ryan Field (5,500 ft, 23 km) · Marana Regional Airport (6,901 ft, 42 km) · Pinal Airpark (6,849 ft, 57 km) · Ruby Star Airpark (4,300 ft, 29 km)
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Denver and Tucson.
See the guide range — US$11,500 – US$34,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Travel Denver–Tucson with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Demand on Denver–Tucson comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$11,500 – US$34,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 41m gate to gate over 1,029 km (639 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 Denver–Tucson 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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