Fly private between Monterey and Reno from US$10,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Monterey (MRY) to Reno (RNO) and Reno to Monterey — timed and priced alike.
Monterey and Reno lie approximately 371 km apart (231 mi / 201 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$13,500 for a one-way charter between Monterey and Reno, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 09m | 1h 02m – 1h 16m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 55 min | 50 min – 1h 01m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 09m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 05m | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 55 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 54 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 53 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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 at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Monterey, United States: Monterey Regional Airport, Salinas Municipal Airport and Hollister Municipal Airport.
Reno, United States: Reno Tahoe International Airport, Reno-Stead Airport, Carson Airport, Truckee Tahoe Airport, Dayton Valley Airpark and Silver Springs Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 17:00 UTC.
Reno→Monterey runs about 8 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey → Reno | 18 | 43 min | 37 min | Pilatus PC-12 (5), Embraer Phenom 300 (2), Bombardier Global 6000/6500 (2) |
| Reno → Monterey | 13 | 51 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (3), Pilatus PC-12 (3), Embraer Phenom 100 (2), Beech Super King Air (2) |
31 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
31 business-aviation flights were tracked between Monterey and Reno from 17 August 2025 to 16 August 2026 – about 0.6 a week, on 29 separate days.
65% were jets and 35% turboprops. 18 flights set out from the Monterey side and 13 from the Reno side.
Busiest full month: June 2026 (9 flights). The first and last bars (lighter) are part-months.
Sunday is the busiest day for this route. Days are by departure date (UTC).
| City | Airfields used (tracked flights) |
|---|---|
| Monterey | Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) – 30 flights; Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS) – 1 flights |
| Reno | Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO) – 31 flights |
Source: open ADS-B network (adsb.lol), 17 August 2025 to 16 August 2026. These are tracked business-aviation movements – a floor, not a census: flights without an active transponder are not seen, and not every flight is a charter.
| Monterey Regional Airport | Reno Tahoe International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KMRY / MRY | KRNO / RNO |
| Longest hard runway | 7,175 ft | 11,001 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 257 ft | 4,415 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Monterey to Reno can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Monterey Regional Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,175 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,175 ft to spare. The leg is 371 km.
Alternates within range: Salinas Municipal Airport (6,004 ft, 23 km) · Hollister Municipal Airport (6,350 ft, 52 km) · Watsonville Municipal Airport (4,502 ft, 39 km) · Marina Municipal Airport (3,483 ft, 13 km) · Reno-Stead Airport (9,000 ft, 21 km) · Carson Airport (6,101 ft, 34 km) · Truckee Tahoe Airport (7,001 ft, 38 km) · Dayton Valley Airpark (5,343 ft, 34 km)
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
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.
Monterey–Reno is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – US$13,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 09m gate to gate over 371 km (231 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Monterey–Reno charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Monterey–Reno 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.
Between 17 August 2025 and 16 August 2026 we tracked 31 business-aviation flights between Monterey and Reno – about 0.6 a week, flown on 29 different days. Sunday was the busiest day of the week and June 2026 the busiest full month (9 flights). Tracking uses the open ADS-B network, so the true figure is somewhat higher.
Tracked flights used Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) – 30 flights; Salinas Municipal Airport (SNS) – 1 flights on the Monterey side, and Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO) – 31 flights on the Reno side.
65% of the tracked flights were jets and 35% were turboprops. The most frequently seen aircraft was the Pilatus PC-12.
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