Private charter between San Diego and Seattle starts at US$24,500 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from San Diego (SAN) to Seattle (SEA), and from Seattle (SEA) back to San Diego (SAN).
As the crow flies, San Diego to Seattle is roughly 1,692 kilometres — 1,051 miles, or 914 nautical miles.
From US$24,500 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for San Diego–Seattle spans US$24,500 – US$68,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 31m | 2h 16m – 2h 46m | US$35,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 21m | 2h 07m – 2h 35m | US$48,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 31m | US$35,500 – US$49,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 29m | US$39,000 – US$54,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 23m | US$42,500 – US$59,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 21m | US$48,500 – US$68,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 21m | US$53,500 – US$75,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 23m | US$58,000 – US$81,500 | 9-12 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a San Diego–Seattle 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
San Diego, United States: San Diego International Airport, Brown Field Municipal Airport, General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport, Gillespie Field and Ramona Airport.
Seattle, United States: Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, King County International Airport - Boeing Field, Renton Municipal Airport, Bremerton National Airport, Seattle Paine Field International Airport and Tacoma Narrows Airport.
| San Diego International Airport | Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KSAN / SAN | KSEA / SEA |
| Longest hard runway | 9,401 ft | 11,901 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Porous friction course |
| Field elevation | 17 ft | 433 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Brown Field Municipal Airport (7,972 ft, 27 km) · General Abelardo L. Rodriguez International Airport (9,711 ft, 30 km) · Gillespie Field (5,342 ft, 23 km) · Ramona Airport (5,001 ft, 43 km) · King County International Airport - Boeing Field (10,007 ft, 9 km) · Renton Municipal Airport (5,382 ft, 9 km) · Bremerton National Airport (6,000 ft, 35 km) · Seattle Paine Field International Airport (9,010 ft, 51 km)
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Our team responds to San Diego–Seattle quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between San Diego and Seattle is built around your itinerary.
Demand on San Diego–Seattle comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$24,500 – US$68,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 31m airborne across the 1,692 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day San Diego–Seattle departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our San Diego–Seattle charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Seattle to San Diego runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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