In short
A plain-English guide to booking an on-demand private flight, from the first enquiry to landing.
On-demand charter is the most flexible way to fly privately. You book a specific aircraft for a specific trip, with no membership, no card on file and no long-term commitment. This guide explains how the process works from start to finish.
Who you are dealing with
There are two main parties in any charter. The operator holds the aircraft and the air operator certificate that allows it to fly commercially. The broker is an intermediary who sources aircraft across many operators on your behalf. Both can arrange a flight; the right choice depends on whether you already know the aircraft you want.
Getting a quote
You provide the route, dates, number of passengers and any preferences. You will then receive options across different aircraft categories, each with an indicative price. Prices vary with aircraft size, distance, positioning and demand, so the same route can be quoted very differently depending on availability.
Confirming the flight
- Review the aircraft type, age and operator before you confirm
- Check what is included, such as catering, ground transport and handling
- Confirm the departure airport, as private flights often use dedicated business airports
- Allow for positioning, the cost of flying the aircraft to your departure point
On the day
Private terminals allow you to arrive shortly before departure. Security is quick, you walk straight to the aircraft, and your luggage travels with you. On arrival you are typically off the aircraft and on your way within minutes.
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Estimate a trip before you enquire
See an indicative flying-time budget for your route, then send one enquiry to relevant providers.
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