Private charter between Philadelphia and Richmond starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Philadelphia (PHL) ⇄ Richmond (RIC) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Philadelphia and Richmond lie approximately 319 km apart (198 mi / 172 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Philadelphia to Richmond (and Richmond to Philadelphia) ranges from US$10,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 02m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 59 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 51 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 50 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 49 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.
Jet charter costs between Philadelphia and Richmond 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Philadelphia, United States: Philadelphia International Airport, Northeast Philadelphia Airport, Wilmington Airport, Millville Municipal Airport, Trenton Mercer Airport and Chester County G O Carlson Airport.
Richmond, United States: Richmond International Airport, Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport, Hanover County Municipal Airport, Dinwiddie County Airport and Middle Peninsula Regional Airport.
| Philadelphia International Airport | Richmond International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KPHL / PHL | KRIC / RIC |
| Longest hard runway | 12,000 ft | 9,003 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 36 ft | 167 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Philadelphia to Richmond can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Philadelphia International Airport has 12,000 ft and Richmond International Airport 9,003 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 319 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) · Richmond Executive-Chesterfield County Airport (5,500 ft, 21 km) · Hanover County Municipal Airport (5,402 ft, 25 km) · Dinwiddie County Airport (5,002 ft, 39 km) · Middle Peninsula Regional Airport (5,000 ft, 49 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. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Pets are welcome on every Philadelphia–Richmond charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
The Philadelphia to Richmond route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 02m gate to gate across the 319 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Philadelphia–Richmond 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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