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Semi-Private Flights — Private Jet Comfort, By the Seat.

Skip the main terminal, skip the security lines, board a 6–9 seat cabin on popular routes — from a few hundred dollars a seat, not the whole jet.

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No commercial terminals 15-minute boarding FAA Part 135 operators Per-seat pricing 6–9 seat cabins Shared with like-minded travelers

What is a Semi-Private Flight?

A smarter middle ground between commercial first class and full charter. You buy a seat, not the jet.

Private FBO Terminals

Arrive at a dedicated Fixed Base Operator, not a crowded commercial terminal. Walk from car to cabin in minutes.

15-Minute Boarding

No TSA lines, no baggage carousels, no arriving two hours early. Show up, step on, take off.

6–9 Seat Cabins

Fly on executive turboprops or light jets configured for comfort, not packed into 150-seat metal tubes.

Per-Seat Pricing

Pay for your seat, not the whole aircraft. Routes start from a few hundred dollars — comparable to a premium commercial fare.

Commercial First vs. Semi-Private vs. Full Charter

See where semi-private fits in the travel hierarchy — and why it wins on value.

Traditional

Commercial First

~$800–$2,500 / seat
TerminalMajor hub
SecurityTSA + lines
Boarding45–90 min
Cabin12–30 seats
FlexibilityFixed schedule
PrivacyMinimal
Ultimate

Full Charter

~$8,000–$45,000 / flight
TerminalPrivate FBO
SecurityNone
BoardingOn-demand
Cabin4–16 seats
FlexibilityTotal
PrivacyTotal

Popular Semi-Private Corridors

High-demand routes with frequent departures and competitive per-seat rates.

New York Miami
AircraftPilatus PC-12 / Phenom 300
Duration2h 45m
FrequencyDaily
from $495 / seat
Los Angeles Las Vegas
AircraftCJ3 / King Air 350
Duration1h 10m
FrequencyDaily
from $325 / seat
Boston Nantucket
AircraftTBM 940 / PC-12
Duration45m
FrequencyWeekends + Summer
from $395 / seat
Chicago Aspen
AircraftPhenom 300 / CJ4
Duration2h 30m
FrequencyWinter Season
from $625 / seat
Dallas Houston
AircraftKing Air 350 / CJ3
Duration50m
FrequencyDaily
from $285 / seat
San Francisco Palm Springs
AircraftPilatus PC-12 / TBM
Duration1h 30m
FrequencyWeekends
from $375 / seat

How Seats Are Sourced

Every seat connects to a real, FAA-licensed aircraft. Here is how the inventory flows.

1

Empty Leg Positions

When a private jet repositions empty after dropping off passengers, we split that cost across available seats. You ride the empty leg at a fraction of charter price.

2

Shared Charter Programs

Part 135 operators sell individual seats on scheduled routes. We aggregate these programs and surface the best inventory in one place.

3

Member-Only Networks

We partner with semi-private membership platforms and boutique brokers to list seats that are not searchable on public travel sites.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before booking your first semi-private seat.

A semi-private flight is a seat on a small aircraft — typically 6 to 9 passengers — that departs from a private FBO terminal instead of a commercial airport. You share the cabin with other travelers, but the experience is closer to private aviation than first class: minimal security, no crowded gate areas, and direct boarding.

Not exactly, though they overlap. An empty leg is a repositioning flight with no passengers — often sold at a steep discount. Semi-private flights include scheduled shared-charter routes, membership programs, and curated empty-leg seats sold individually. We source from all three categories to find you the best per-seat deal.

Most semi-private flights depart from private FBOs where security is minimal or handled by the operator under Part 135 rules. You will typically show a government-issued ID, but there are no TSA lines, no removing shoes or laptops, and no two-hour early arrival requirement.

Because these flights are operated by FAA-licensed Part 135 carriers, they are subject to the same safety and operational standards as any charter flight. If a weather or mechanical delay occurs, the operator will reschedule or refund per their terms. We help you understand those terms before you book.

Yes. Semi-private flights typically allow one standard carry-on and one checked bag per seat. Most operators welcome pets in the cabin at no extra charge, though we recommend confirming with the specific carrier before booking. Always check the aircraft type — smaller turboprops have less cargo space than light jets.

Every flight we list is operated by an FAA-certified Part 135 air carrier with a valid operating certificate, insurance, and experienced flight crews. We do not list unlicensed or grey-market operators. If you ever want to verify a carrier, we provide their certificate number and safety record before booking.