Fly private between Des Moines and Boston from US$38,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Des Moines (DSM) ⇄ Boston (BOS) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Des Moines and Boston lie approximately 1,870 km apart (1,162 mi / 1,010 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Des Moines–Boston spans US$38,000 – US$73,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 44m | 2h 28m – 3h 00m | US$38,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 33m | 2h 18m – 2h 48m | US$52,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 44m | US$38,000 – US$53,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 43m | US$42,000 – US$58,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 36m | US$45,500 – US$63,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 33m | US$52,500 – US$73,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 33m | US$58,000 – US$81,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 36m | US$63,000 – US$88,000 | 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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Des Moines, United States: Des Moines International Airport, Ankeny Regional Airport, Ames Municipal Airport, Perry Municipal Airport, Newton Municipal Airport and Pella Municipal Airport.
Boston, United States: Boston Logan International Airport, Beverly Regional Airport, Laurence G Hanscom Field, Lawrence Municipal Airport, Nashua Airport / Boire Field and North Central State Airport.
| Des Moines International Airport | Boston Logan International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDSM / DSM | KBOS / BOS |
| Longest hard runway | 9,004 ft | 10,083 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 958 ft | 20 ft |
15 of the 16 aircraft we quote for Des Moines to Boston use both airfields and fly it non-stop. The exception is the Embraer Phenom 100EV, 158 km short after reserves on a 1,870 km leg — it would need a fuel stop. Des Moines International Airport has 9,004 ft and Boston Logan International Airport 10,083 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.
Alternates within range: Ankeny Regional Airport (5,500 ft, 19 km) · Ames Municipal Airport (5,701 ft, 51 km) · Perry Municipal Airport (5,500 ft, 53 km) · Newton Municipal Airport (5,600 ft, 55 km) · Beverly Regional Airport (5,001 ft, 26 km) · Laurence G Hanscom Field (7,011 ft, 26 km) · Lawrence Municipal Airport (5,001 ft, 41 km) · Nashua Airport / Boire Field (6,000 ft, 62 km)
We publish the price band (US$38,000 – US$73,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on Des Moines–Boston comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$38,000 – US$73,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 44m gate to gate over 1,870 km (1,162 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 Des Moines–Boston charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Des Moines–Boston charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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