Private charter between Phoenix and Tampa starts at US$53,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Phoenix (PHX) to Tampa (TPA) and Tampa to Phoenix — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Phoenix and Tampa is about 2,872 km (1,785 miles), or 1,551 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Phoenix to Tampa (and Tampa to Phoenix) ranges from US$53,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$138,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. 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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 59m | 3h 35m – 4h 23m | US$53,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 42m | 3h 20m – 4h 04m | US$72,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 59m | US$53,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 57m | US$58,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 47m | US$63,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 42m | US$72,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 42m | US$80,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 47m | US$87,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Phoenix–Tampa charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Phoenix, United States: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Glendale Municipal Airport.
Tampa, United States: Tampa International Airport, St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport, Tampa Executive Airport, Lakeland Linder International Airport, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and Brooksville–Tampa Bay Regional Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Phoenix: Phoenix (PHX, DVT), Glendale (KGEU), Scottsdale (SCF); Tampa: Tampa (TPA), Lakeland (LAL), Pinellas Park (PIE).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Tampa→Phoenix runs about 43 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phoenix → Tampa | 12 | 206 min | 184 min | Cessna Citation 10 (2), Gulfstream G280 (2), Bombardier Challenger (2) |
| Tampa → Phoenix | 28 | 249 min | — | Dassault Falcon 2000 (6), Gulfstream 4 (3), Cessna Citation 10 (2), Cessna Citation Longitude (2) |
40 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport | Tampa International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KPHX / PHX | KTPA / TPA |
| Longest hard runway | 11,489 ft | 11,002 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 1,135 ft | 26 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,802 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,410 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,102 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,180 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,502 ft spare |
3,700 km 110 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,724 ft spare |
3,650 km 60 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,802 ft spare |
3,900 km 310 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,426 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,010 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,072 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,336 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,102 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,810 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,310 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,630 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,562 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,810 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,702 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,210 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,212 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,810 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,002 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,670 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,202 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,522 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,002 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,370 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,202 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,355 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Scottsdale Airport (8,249 ft, 23 km) · Mesa Gateway Airport (10,401 ft, 36 km) · Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (8,196 ft, 29 km) · Phoenix Goodyear Airport (8,500 ft, 34 km) · St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (9,730 ft, 17 km) · Tampa Executive Airport (5,000 ft, 19 km) · Lakeland Linder International Airport (8,500 ft, 50 km) · Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (9,500 ft, 65 km)
Pets are welcome on every Phoenix–Tampa charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Phoenix–Tampa quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Choose your wheels-up time — Phoenix–Tampa runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
The Phoenix to Tampa route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$53,000 – US$138,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 3h 59m gate to gate across the 2,872 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 Phoenix–Tampa charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Phoenix–Tampa 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.
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