Fly private between Philadelphia and Ottawa from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Philadelphia (PHL) to Ottawa (YOW), and from Ottawa (YOW) back to Philadelphia (PHL).
As the crow flies, Philadelphia to Ottawa is roughly 607 kilometres — 377 miles, or 328 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Philadelphia to Ottawa (and Ottawa to Philadelphia) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$24,000 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 15m | 1h 08m – 1h 23m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 11m | 1h 04m – 1h 18m | US$12,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 15m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 13m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 11m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 11m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 09m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 06m | US$14,500 – US$20,500 | 6-8 |
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.
On Philadelphia–Ottawa, 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Philadelphia, United States: Philadelphia International Airport, Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Wilmington Airport, Millville Municipal Airport, Trenton Mercer Airport and Chester County G O Carlson Airport.
Ottawa, Canada: Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport and Ottawa / Gatineau Airport.
| Philadelphia International Airport | Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KPHL / PHL | CYOW / YOW |
| Longest hard runway | 12,000 ft | 10,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 36 ft | 374 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Philadelphia to Ottawa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Philadelphia International Airport has 12,000 ft and Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport 10,000 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 607 km.
Alternates within range: Northeast Philadelphia Airport (7,000 ft, 31 km) · Wilmington Airport (7,275 ft, 38 km) · Millville Municipal Airport (6,003 ft, 58 km) · Trenton Mercer Airport (6,006 ft, 58 km) · Ottawa / Gatineau Airport (6,000 ft, 24 km) · Ottawa / Carp Airport (3,937 ft, 28 km) · Smiths Falls-Montague (Russ Beach) Airport (4,000 ft, 47 km) · Arnprior Airport (3,955 ft, 55 km)
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Philadelphia–Ottawa when the time is right.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 15m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
We publish the price band (US$9,500 – US$24,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Demand on Philadelphia–Ottawa comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$24,000 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 15m gate to gate across the 607 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Philadelphia–Ottawa 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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