Private charter between Detroit and Montego Bay starts at US$50,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Detroit (DTW) to Montego Bay (MBJ) and Montego Bay to Detroit — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Detroit to Montego Bay is roughly 2,686 kilometres — 1,669 miles, or 1,450 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Detroit to Montego Bay (and Montego Bay to Detroit) ranges from US$50,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$131,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. 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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 45m | 3h 23m – 4h 08m | US$50,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 29m | 3h 08m – 3h 50m | US$69,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 45m | US$50,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 43m | US$55,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 34m | US$60,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 29m | US$69,000 – US$96,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 29m | US$76,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 34m | US$83,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
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.
Montego Bay, Jamaica: Sangster International Airport.
| Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | Sangster International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDTW / DTW | MKJS / MBJ |
| Longest hard runway | 12,003 ft | 10,039 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 645 ft | 4 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,839 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,178 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,139 ft spare |
2,410 km 948 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,539 ft spare |
3,700 km 342 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,761 ft spare |
3,650 km 292 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,839 ft spare |
3,900 km 542 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,463 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,242 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,109 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,568 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,139 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,042 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,347 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,862 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,599 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,042 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,739 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,442 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,249 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,042 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,039 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,902 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,239 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,754 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,039 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,602 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,239 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,587 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
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) · Negril Airport (2,300 ft, 48 km) · Silent Waters Villa Heliport
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$50,500 – US$131,000 range for Detroit–Montego Bay, confirmed once we check live availability.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Detroit to Montego Bay.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Demand on Detroit–Montego Bay comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$50,500 – US$131,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 3h 45m gate to gate over 2,686 km (1,669 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Detroit–Montego Bay 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.
Of course: Montego Bay to Detroit runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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