Fly private between West Palm Beach and Phoenix from US$77,500 for a super midsize jet (Challenger 350). Get an instant quote.
We fly West Palm Beach (PBI) ⇄ Phoenix (SCF) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between West Palm Beach and Phoenix is about 3,141 km (1,952 miles), or 1,696 nautical miles.
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Expect US$77,500 – US$147,500 for a one-way charter between West Palm Beach and Phoenix, depending on the aircraft — a super midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. It seats 12-16 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 02m | 3h 38m – 4h 26m | US$77,500 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 02m | 3h 38m – 4h 26m | US$105,500 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 02m | US$77,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 02m | US$85,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 07m | US$93,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 02m | US$105,500 – US$147,500 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 3h 54m | US$116,000 – US$162,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 3h 54m | US$126,500 – US$177,000 | 13-16 |
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.
Charter pricing on West Palm Beach–Phoenix 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:
West Palm Beach, United States: President Donald J. Trump International Airport, Boca Raton Airport, William P Gwinn Airport, Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport and Witham Field.
Phoenix, United States: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, Scottsdale Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, Phoenix Deer Valley Airport, Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Glendale Municipal Airport.
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 16:00 UTC.
West Palm Beach→Phoenix runs about 48 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Mon 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Palm Beach → Phoenix | 62 | 267 min | 235 min | Gulfstream G280 (6), Gulfstream 5 (5), Cessna Citation 10 (5), Learjet 60 (5) |
| Phoenix → West Palm Beach | 14 | 219 min | — | Cessna Citation 10 (3), Learjet 60 (3) |
76 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
76 business-aviation flights were tracked between West Palm Beach and Phoenix from 17 August 2025 to 16 August 2026 – about 1.5 a week, on 65 separate days.
100% were jets and 0% turboprops. 62 flights set out from the West Palm Beach side and 14 from the Phoenix side.
Busiest full month: February 2026 (12 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) |
|---|---|
| West Palm Beach | President Donald J. Trump International Airport (PBI) – 44 flights; Witham Field (SUA) – 20 flights; Boca Raton Airport (BCT) – 12 flights |
| Phoenix | Scottsdale Airport (SCF) – 42 flights; Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) – 16 flights; Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) – 6 flights; Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) – 6 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.
| President Donald J. Trump International Airport | Scottsdale Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDJT / PBI | KSDL / SCF |
| Longest hard runway | 10,001 ft | 8,249 ft |
| Surface | ASPH-G | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 19 ft | 1,510 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 5,049 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,747 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 5,349 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,517 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,749 ft spare |
3,700 km 227 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,971 ft spare |
3,650 km 277 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 4,049 ft spare |
3,900 km 27 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,673 ft spare |
4,600 km 673 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 3,319 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,999 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,349 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,473 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,557 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,293 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,809 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,473 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,949 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,873 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,459 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,473 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,249 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,333 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,449 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,185 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,249 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,033 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,449 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,018 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Boca Raton Airport (6,276 ft, 34 km) · William P Gwinn Airport (7,003 ft, 34 km) · Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (6,002 ft, 55 km) · Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (9,000 ft, 68 km) · 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)
Guide pricing on West Palm Beach–Phoenix is published clearly: US$77,500 – US$147,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on West Palm Beach–Phoenix comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$77,500 – US$147,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a super midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 4h 02m gate to gate over 3,141 km (1,952 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a super midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day West Palm Beach–Phoenix 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: Phoenix to West Palm Beach runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
Between 17 August 2025 and 16 August 2026 we tracked 76 business-aviation flights between West Palm Beach and Phoenix – about 1.5 a week, flown on 65 different days. Wednesday was the busiest day of the week and February 2026 the busiest full month (12 flights). Tracking uses the open ADS-B network, so the true figure is somewhat higher.
Tracked flights used President Donald J. Trump International Airport (PBI) – 44 flights; Witham Field (SUA) – 20 flights; Boca Raton Airport (BCT) – 12 flights on the West Palm Beach side, and Scottsdale Airport (SCF) – 42 flights; Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) – 16 flights; Phoenix Deer Valley Airport (DVT) – 6 flights; Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) – 6 flights on the Phoenix side.
100% of the tracked flights were jets and 0% were turboprops. The most frequently seen aircraft was the Learjet 60.
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