Fly private between Kona and Oakland from US$65,000 for a super midsize jet (Challenger 350). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Kona (KOA) to Oakland (OAK) and Oakland to Kona — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Kona and Oakland is about 3,825 km (2,377 miles), or 2,065 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Kona to Oakland (and Oakland to Kona) ranges from US$65,000 for a super midsize jet like the Challenger 350, up to US$170,000 for a heavy jet such as the Challenger 605. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. It seats 12-16 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 48m | 4h 19m – 5h 17m | US$89,500 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 48m | 4h 19m – 5h 17m | US$121,500 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 48m | US$89,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 48m | US$98,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 54m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 48m | US$121,500 – US$170,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 39m | US$133,500 – US$187,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 39m | US$146,000 – US$200,000 | 13-16 |
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.
The guide range for Kona–Oakland 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Kona, United States: Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole and Waimea Kohala Airport.
Oakland, United States: Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Moffett Federal Airfield, Hayward Executive Airport, Mineta San Jose International Airport and Buchanan Field.
| Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole | Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | PHKO / KOA | KOAK / OAK |
| Longest hard runway | 11,000 ft | 10,520 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 47 ft | 9 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,620 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,372 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,020 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,082 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,242 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,132 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,320 ft spare |
3,900 km 882 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,944 ft spare |
4,600 km 182 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,590 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,144 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,620 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,618 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,828 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,438 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,080 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,618 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,220 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,018 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,730 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,618 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,520 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,478 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,720 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,330 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,520 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,178 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,720 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,163 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
1 further aircraft is omitted: it would need more than one fuel stop over 3,825 km.
Alternates within range: Waimea Kohala Airport (5,197 ft, 49 km) · Upolu Airport (3,800 ft, 62 km) · Kaupulehu Heliport (1,155 ft, 13 km) · Makalei Fire Station Heliport · San Francisco International Airport (11,870 ft, 18 km) · Moffett Federal Airfield (9,197 ft, 37 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 11 km) · Mineta San Jose International Airport (11,000 ft, 47 km)
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 9-12 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Demand on Kona–Oakland 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$65,000 – US$170,000 one-way — from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 4h 48m gate to gate over 3,825 km (2,377 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet. We lead with a super midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kona–Oakland departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
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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