Fly private between Seattle and San Jose from US$12,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Seattle (SEA) ⇄ San Jose (NUQ) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Seattle and San Jose lie approximately 1,116 km apart (693 mi / 602 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$12,500 – US$36,500 for a one-way charter between Seattle and San Jose, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 48m | 1h 37m – 1h 59m | US$26,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 48m | US$26,000 – US$36,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 47m | US$28,500 – US$40,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 43m | US$31,000 – US$44,000 | 8-10 |
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.
The guide range for Seattle–San Jose is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
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 Jose, United States: Moffett Federal Airfield, Mineta San Jose International Airport, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Hayward Executive Airport and Livermore Municipal Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Tue, most often around 00:00 UTC.
Seattle→San Jose runs about 3 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sun is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle → San Jose | 117 | 103 min | 86 min | Bombardier Challenger 350 (18), Bombardier Challenger (9), Cessna Citation CJ4 (9), Embraer Phenom 300 (8) |
| San Jose → Seattle | 211 | 100 min | — | Embraer Phenom 300 (19), Cessna Citation Longitude (17), Bombardier Challenger 350 (17), Cessna Citation CJ4 (16) |
328 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Seattle–Tacoma International Airport | Moffett Federal Airfield | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KSEA / SEA | KNUQ / NUQ |
| Longest hard runway | 11,901 ft | 9,197 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 433 ft | 32 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 12 km |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| 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 |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 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: 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) · Mineta San Jose International Airport (11,000 ft, 0 km) · Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (10,520 ft, 47 km) · San Francisco International Airport (11,870 ft, 49 km) · Hayward Executive Airport (5,694 ft, 37 km)
Travel Seattle–San Jose with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Our team responds to Seattle–San Jose quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
The Seattle to San Jose route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$12,500 – US$36,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 48m in the air over 1,116 km (693 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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 Seattle–San Jose 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.
Of course: San Jose to Seattle runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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