Private charter between Montego Bay and Panama City starts at US$12,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Montego Bay (MBJ) ⇄ Panama City (PTY) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Montego Bay and Panama City is about 1,061 km (659 miles), or 573 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Montego Bay to Panama City (and Panama City to Montego Bay) ranges from US$12,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$35,000 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 44m | 1h 34m – 1h 54m | US$25,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 44m | US$25,000 – US$35,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 43m | US$27,500 – US$38,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 39m | US$30,000 – US$42,000 | 8-10 |
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.
On Montego Bay–Panama City, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Montego Bay, Jamaica: Sangster International Airport.
Panama City, Panama: Tocumen International Airport, Panamá Pacífico International Airport, Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport and Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport.
| Sangster International Airport | Tocumen International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MKJS / MBJ | MPTO / PTY |
| Longest hard runway | 10,039 ft | 10,006 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 4 ft | 135 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Montego Bay to Panama City can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Sangster International Airport has 10,039 ft and Tocumen International Airport 10,006 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 1,061 km.
Alternates within range: Negril Airport (2,300 ft, 48 km) · Silent Waters Villa Heliport · Panamá Pacífico International Airport (8,500 ft, 29 km) · Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (5,906 ft, 22 km) · Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport (8,858 ft, 62 km) · Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport (3,907 ft, 21 km)
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.
Travel Montego Bay–Panama City with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Montego Bay–Panama City is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$12,000 – US$35,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 44m gate to gate across the 1,061 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Montego Bay–Panama City charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Montego Bay–Panama City charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Panama City to Montego Bay runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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