Private charter between Savannah and Charleston starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Savannah (SAV) ⇄ Charleston () in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Savannah and Charleston lie approximately 129 km apart (80 mi / 70 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$13,500 for a one-way charter between Savannah and Charleston, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 39 min | 35 min – 43 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 39 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 38 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 35 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 34 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 34 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 Savannah and Charleston 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. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Savannah, United States: Savannah Hilton Head International Airport, Hilton Head Airport, Statesboro Bulloch County Airport, Claxton Evans County Airport and Plantation Airpark.
Charleston, United States: Charleston International Airport, Charleston Executive Airport, Summerville Airport, Berkeley County Airport and Lowcountry Regional Airport.
Observed traffic points to a weekend leisure route, on the departures logged so far.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah → Charleston | 13 | 22 min | 17 min | Embraer Phenom 300 (6), Pilatus PC-12 (2) |
| Charleston → Savannah | 9 | 22 min | 19 min | Cessna Citation XLS (3) |
22 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
22 business-aviation flights were tracked between Savannah and Charleston from 17 August 2025 to 16 August 2026 – about 0.4 a week, on 21 separate days.
91% were jets and 9% turboprops. 13 flights set out from the Savannah side and 9 from the Charleston side.
Busiest full month: December 2025 (5 flights). The first and last bars (lighter) are part-months.
Wednesday is the busiest day for this route. Days are by departure date (UTC).
| City | Airfields used (tracked flights) |
|---|---|
| Savannah | Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) – 22 flights |
| Charleston | Charleston Executive Airport – 17 flights; Charleston International Airport (CHS) – 5 flights |
Source: open ADS-B network (adsb.lol), 17 August 2025 to 16 August 2026. These are tracked business-aviation movements – a floor, not a census: flights without an active transponder are not seen, and not every flight is a charter.
| Savannah Hilton Head International Airport | Charleston Executive Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KSAV / SAV | KJZI |
| Longest hard runway | 9,351 ft | 5,350 ft |
| Surface | CONC-G | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 50 ft | 17 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,850 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,638 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,350 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,538 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,150 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,018 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,450 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,248 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,350 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,738 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,850 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,818 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,150 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,318 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,850 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,538 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,072 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,488 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,150 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,738 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 226 ft short |
4,600 km 4,438 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 420 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,764 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 450 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,238 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 658 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,058 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 90 ft short |
7,400 km 7,238 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 50 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,638 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 560 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,238 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 650 ft short |
14,260 km 14,098 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 450 ft short |
11,112 km 10,950 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 650 ft short |
12,960 km 12,798 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 550 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,783 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Hilton Head Airport (5,000 ft, 49 km) · Statesboro Bulloch County Airport (6,000 ft, 64 km) · Claxton Evans County Airport (5,002 ft, 63 km) · Plantation Airpark (5,501 ft, 69 km) · Charleston Executive Airport (5,350 ft, 22 km) · Summerville Airport (5,000 ft, 29 km) · Berkeley County Airport (5,001 ft, 32 km) · Lowcountry Regional Airport (6,002 ft, 56 km)
We publish the price band (US$10,000 – US$13,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Demand on Savannah–Charleston comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$10,000 – US$13,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 39 min gate to gate over 129 km (80 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Savannah–Charleston charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Charleston to Savannah runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
Between 17 August 2025 and 16 August 2026 we tracked 22 business-aviation flights between Savannah and Charleston – about 0.4 a week, flown on 21 different days. Wednesday was the busiest day of the week and December 2025 the busiest full month (5 flights). Tracking uses the open ADS-B network, so the true figure is somewhat higher.
Tracked flights used Savannah Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) – 22 flights on the Savannah side, and Charleston Executive Airport – 17 flights; Charleston International Airport (CHS) – 5 flights on the Charleston side.
91% of the tracked flights were jets and 9% were turboprops. The most frequently seen aircraft was the Embraer Phenom 300.
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