Private jet from New York to the Hamptons
Flight time around 35m, indicative one-way price $6k–9k for a turboprop, and the airports and aircraft that suit the trip.
About this route
New York to the Hamptons is a summer-weekend route, flown on Friday afternoons and back on Sunday evenings to skip hours of traffic on the Long Island Expressway. It is a very short flight, so a turboprop is often the most sensible choice.
Airports
Departing New York
- Teterboro (TEB), the main private-aviation airport for Manhattan, just across the Hudson in New Jersey
- Westchester County (HPN), for Connecticut and the northern suburbs
- Republic Airport (FRG), on Long Island, handy for Nassau County and the North Shore
Arriving the Hamptons
- East Hampton (JPX), the closest airport to East Hampton, Sag Harbor and Amagansett, with voluntary curfews and noise rules
- Francis S. Gabreski (FOK), at Westhampton Beach, with a longer runway that suits larger jets
- Montauk (MTP), a small airstrip at the eastern tip, for turboprops and small aircraft
Which aircraft to choose
| Aircraft | Seats | Why choose it | One way |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 6–8 | Good value on short hops, and able to use smaller airports. King Air 350, Pilatus PC-12. | $6k–9k |
| Light jet | 6–7 | The usual choice for up to six passengers with normal luggage. Phenom 300, Citation CJ3. | Quoted on request |
| Midsize jet | 7–9 | More legroom and luggage space, and a near stand-up cabin. Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP. | Quoted on request |
Prices are indicative estimates for the whole aircraft, not per seat. How charter prices work.
When to fly and what affects the price
- The season runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day, with Fourth of July weekend the busiest of all.
- Friday eastbound and Sunday westbound slots go first, so book early for peak weekends.
- East Hampton has voluntary curfews and noise rules, so evening arrivals may be planned into Gabreski (FOK) instead.
- Whether an aircraft is already near New York or has to fly in first (positioning).
- Airport, handling and parking fees, crew costs and taxes, all listed in your quote.
Save with empty legs
An empty leg is a flight an operator has to fly anyway to reposition an aircraft. If one matches your route and dates, you can fly for much less than a full charter. Mention in your request that your dates are flexible and we'll look for one.
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Questions about this route
How long is a private jet flight from New York to the Hamptons?
About 35 minutes on a turboprop, depending on winds and the airports used. The straight-line distance is ~150 km (90 mi).
How much does a private jet from New York to the Hamptons cost?
A turboprop is an indicative $6,000–9,000 one way for the whole aircraft, including an allowance for positioning, fees and taxes. Larger jets cost more. Your exact price depends on dates, aircraft and positioning.
Which airports are best for private flights?
Teterboro (TEB) or Westchester (HPN) in New York. East Hampton (JPX) is closest for most of the Hamptons, and Gabreski (FOK) suits larger jets.