Midsize Jet
- Passengers7-9
- Flight time3h 16m
- Range3,900 km
- Guide priceUS$44,500 – US$62,500
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Fly private between Minneapolis and Portland from US$31,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Minneapolis (MSP) to Portland (PDX) and Portland to Minneapolis — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Minneapolis to Portland is roughly 2,289 kilometres — 1,422 miles, or 1,236 nautical miles.
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Expect US$31,000 – US$85,500 for a one-way charter between Minneapolis and Portland, 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. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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. | 3h 16m | 2h 56m – 3h 36m | US$44,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 02m | 2h 44m – 3h 20m | US$61,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 16m | US$44,500 – US$62,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 14m | US$49,000 – US$69,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 06m | US$53,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 02m | US$61,000 – US$85,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 02m | US$67,000 – US$94,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 06m | US$73,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Minneapolis–Portland quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
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.
Portland, United States: Portland International Airport, Portland Troutdale Airport, Portland Hillsboro Airport, Aurora State Airport, Scappoose Industrial Airpark and McMinnville Municipal Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Mon, most often around 16:00 UTC.
Minneapolis→Portland runs about 10 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Wed 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 → Portland | 9 | 186 min | 179 min | Gulfstream G280 (2), Cessna Citation Latitude (1), Gulfstream G200 (1), Dassault Falcon 900 (1) |
| Portland → Minneapolis | 7 | 176 min | — | Gulfstream G280 (2), Cessna Citation Sovereign (1), Learjet 35 (1), Cessna Citation Latitude (1) |
16 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | Portland International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KMSP / MSP | KPDX / PDX |
| Longest hard runway | 11,006 ft | 11,000 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 841 ft | 31 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Fuel stop needed |
| 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) · Portland Troutdale Airport (5,399 ft, 16 km) · Portland Hillsboro Airport (6,600 ft, 28 km) · Aurora State Airport (5,003 ft, 40 km) · Scappoose Industrial Airpark (5,100 ft, 29 km)
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Minneapolis–Portland trip to its true flying time: 3h 16m.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 7-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
The Minneapolis to Portland 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$31,000 – US$85,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 3h 16m airborne across the 2,289 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Minneapolis–Portland 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: Portland to Minneapolis runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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