Private charter between West Palm Beach and Tampa starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — West Palm Beach (PBI) to Tampa (TPA) and Tampa to West Palm Beach — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, West Palm Beach to Tampa is roughly 280 kilometres — 174 miles, or 151 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for West Palm Beach–Tampa spans US$10,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | US$10,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 58 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 55 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 47 min | US$10,000 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 46 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
Every West Palm Beach–Tampa quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
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.
Tampa, United States: Tampa International Airport, St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport, Tampa Executive Airport, Lakeland Linder International Airport, Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and Brooksville–Tampa Bay Regional Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — West Palm Beach: West Palm Beach (PBI), Boca Raton (BCT), Stuart (SUA); Tampa: Tampa (TPA, KVDF), Pinellas Park (PIE), Lakeland (LAL), Sarasota/Bradenton (SRQ).
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 19:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Sat 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 → Tampa | 769 | 38 min | 26 min | Cessna Citation Latitude (69), Embraer Phenom 300 (65), Pilatus PC-12 (54), Cessna Citation XLS (45) |
| Tampa → West Palm Beach | 798 | 40 min | — | Pilatus PC-12 (96), Embraer Phenom 300 (58), Cessna Citation Latitude (50), Cessna Citation XLS (47) |
1567 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| President Donald J. Trump International Airport | Tampa International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | KDJT / PBI | KTPA / TPA |
| Longest hard runway | 10,001 ft | 11,002 ft |
| Surface | ASPH-G | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 19 ft | 26 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for West Palm Beach to Tampa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. President Donald J. Trump International Airport has 10,001 ft and Tampa International Airport 11,002 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 280 km.
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) · St. Petersburg Clearwater International Airport (9,730 ft, 17 km) · Tampa Executive Airport (5,000 ft, 19 km) · Lakeland Linder International Airport (8,500 ft, 50 km) · Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (9,500 ft, 65 km)
We publish the price band (US$10,000 – US$15,500) 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.
Travel West Palm Beach–Tampa with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
The West Palm Beach to Tampa route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 58 min gate to gate across the 280 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day West Palm Beach–Tampa 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: Tampa to West Palm Beach runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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