Charter San Diego to Tucson privately from US$10,000, about 1h 13m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
We fly San Diego (SAN) ⇄ Tucson (TUS) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, San Diego to Tucson is roughly 591 kilometres — 367 miles, or 319 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for San Diego–Tucson spans US$10,000 – US$24,000: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 13m | 1h 06m – 1h 20m | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 09m | 1h 02m – 1h 16m | US$11,500 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | US$17,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 13m | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 11m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 10m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 09m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 08m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 05m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 08m | US$17,000 – US$24,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 08m | US$18,500 – US$26,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 06m | US$20,500 – US$29,000 | 8-10 |
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.
Charter pricing on San Diego–Tucson moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
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, North Island Naval Air Station-Halsey Field, Miramar Marine Corps Air Station - Mitscher Field, Torrey Pines Gliderport and Black Mountain Open Space Gliderport.
Tucson, United States: Tucson International Airport, El Tiro Gliderport, King Anvil Ranch Airstrip, Buckelew Farm Landing Field and Schuk Toak Farms Landing Field.
The figure we quote is the figure you pay — all handling, fees and taxes included in your San Diego–Tucson price.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel San Diego–Tucson with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on San Diego–Tucson comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – 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 13m airborne across the 591 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute San Diego–Tucson charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our San Diego–Tucson charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Tucson to San Diego runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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