Fly private between Detroit and Memphis from US$11,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Detroit (DTW) ⇄ Memphis (MEM) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Detroit and Memphis lie approximately 982 km apart (610 mi / 530 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Detroit to Memphis (and Memphis to Detroit) ranges from US$11,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$33,000 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. 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 38m | 1h 28m – 1h 48m | US$23,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 38m | US$23,500 – US$33,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 37m | US$26,000 – US$36,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 33m | US$28,000 – US$39,500 | 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.
On Detroit–Memphis, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Detroit, United States: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Willow Run Airport, Windsor International Airport, Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport, Oakland County International Airport and Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport.
Memphis, United States: Frederick W. Smith International Airport, Millington-Memphis Airport, Olive Branch Airport, West Memphis Municipal Airport, Tunica Municipal Airport and Fayette County Airport.
| Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | Frederick W. Smith International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDTW / DTW | KMEM / MEM |
| Longest hard runway | 12,003 ft | 11,120 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 645 ft | 341 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Detroit to Memphis can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport has 12,003 ft and Frederick W. Smith International Airport 11,120 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 982 km.
Alternates within range: Willow Run Airport (7,543 ft, 15 km) · Windsor International Airport (9,000 ft, 33 km) · Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (5,092 ft, 36 km) · Oakland County International Airport (6,521 ft, 51 km) · Millington-Memphis Airport (8,001 ft, 36 km) · Olive Branch Airport (6,000 ft, 19 km) · West Memphis Municipal Airport (6,003 ft, 26 km) · Tunica Municipal Airport (8,500 ft, 52 km)
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Detroit–Memphis trip to about 1h 38m gate to gate.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
We publish the price band (US$11,500 – US$33,000) 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.
Demand on Detroit–Memphis 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$11,500 – US$33,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 38m gate to gate over 982 km (610 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Detroit–Memphis 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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