Fly private between Minneapolis and Pittsburgh from US$13,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Minneapolis (MSP) to Pittsburgh (PIT) and Pittsburgh to Minneapolis — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Minneapolis to Pittsburgh is roughly 1,167 kilometres — 725 miles, or 630 nautical miles.
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Expect US$13,000 – US$38,000 for a one-way charter between Minneapolis and Pittsburgh, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 52m | 1h 41m – 2h 03m | US$27,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 52m | US$27,000 – US$38,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 50m | US$29,500 – US$42,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 46m | US$32,500 – US$45,500 | 8-10 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Minneapolis and Pittsburgh are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Minneapolis, United States: Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field, Flying Cloud Airport, Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport, New Richmond Regional Airport and L O Simenstad Municipal Airport.
Pittsburgh, United States: Pittsburgh International Airport, Allegheny County Airport, Wheeling Ohio County Airport, Zelienople Municipal Airport, Washington County Airport and Jefferson County Airpark.
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 13:00 UTC.
Pittsburgh→Minneapolis runs about 20 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis → Pittsburgh | 19 | 95 min | 85 min | Embraer Phenom 300 (5), Embraer Praetor 600 (4), Cessna Citation XLS (3), Bombardier Challenger 300 (2) |
| Pittsburgh → Minneapolis | 11 | 115 min | — | Bombardier Challenger 300 (3), Cessna Citation XLS (3), Embraer Phenom 300 (2), Beech Beechjet (1) |
30 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | Pittsburgh International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KMSP / MSP | KPIT / PIT |
| Longest hard runway | 11,006 ft | 11,500 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 841 ft | 1,203 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Saint Paul Downtown Holman Field (6,491 ft, 14 km) · Flying Cloud Airport (5,001 ft, 19 km) · Anoka County-Blaine (Janes Field) Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · New Richmond Regional Airport (5,507 ft, 61 km) · Allegheny County Airport (6,501 ft, 30 km) · Wheeling Ohio County Airport (5,002 ft, 50 km) · Zelienople Municipal Airport (5,002 ft, 35 km) · Washington County Airport (5,004 ft, 40 km)
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Choose your wheels-up time — Minneapolis–Pittsburgh runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Minneapolis–Pittsburgh trip to its true flying time: 1h 52m.
The Minneapolis to Pittsburgh route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$13,000 – US$38,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 52m in the air over 1,167 km (725 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Minneapolis–Pittsburgh departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Minneapolis–Pittsburgh 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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