Private jet price per hour King County Boeing Field
King County Boeing Field hosts private jets at a 10,007-foot runway. Light jets typically run $2,000 to $4,000 per hour here. Quotes vary with aircraft, crew, and routing.
- airport codes
- KBFI · BFI
- airport alt.
- 21 ft
- longest runway
- 10,007 ft
- to New York
- 0 mi
Private jet price per hour King County Boeing Field breaks down into three things: the aircraft, the crew day, and the route. Light jets like a Citation Mustang or Phenom 100 generally quote $2,000 to $4,000 per hour; midsize aircraft such as a Learjet 60 or Citation XLS run $4,000 to $7,000; large-cabin jets go higher. Those are estimates, not tariffs, and the final number comes from a Part 135 operator's quote on your specific trip. Expect a light jet price band of $2,000 to $4,000 per hour at BFI. Midsize charter at Boeing Field often quotes $4,000 to $7,000 per hour.
BFI is a working airport, not a dedicated business-aviation field. It has an international airport code (BFI), an airport diagram that shows two parallel runways, and a mix of general aviation, cargo, and corporate traffic. The field sits at 21 feet elevation, so density altitude is rarely a factor here; the 10,007-foot main runway handles everything from turboprops to large-cabin jets. Because it is an international airport, you will also hear it called King County International or simply Boeing Field. The airport website lists the FBOs and the current airport diagram.
Fees and positioning drive the effective hourly rate more than the sticker on the tail. An empty leg back to BFI can price below the standard hourly band because the operator is moving the aircraft anyway. If your trip originates in Seattle, then the operator's positioning cost is lower and the quote reflects it. If you are flying one-way to Miami or New York, then the return leg has to be covered somewhere in the price. Charter brokers act as agents under DOT Part 295; the flight itself is flown by a Part 135 operator that holds operational control. An empty leg into BFI can undercut the standard hourly band by a wide margin.
Runways and field conditions at Boeing
Boeing Field has two parallel runways, and the longest is 10,007 feet, which is enough for a fully loaded large-cabin jet on a transcon leg. The 10,007-foot runway at BFI handles large-cabin jets with margin to spare. Field elevation is 21 feet, so on a standard day the aircraft performs near sea-level book numbers. In summer, July density altitude runs about 1,200 feet, and at an extreme 115F it reaches roughly 1,800 feet. Those are modest figures compared with a mountain field like Centennial, but they still matter to a light jet pilot calculating takeoff distance on a hot afternoon. VFR arrival procedures and the airport diagram are worth a look before you brief a passenger on the routing.
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14R/32L | 10,007 ft | 200 ft | Asphalt |
| 14L/32R | 3,709 ft | 100 ft | Asphalt |
FBOs and ground handling at BFI
Four FBOs serve the field: Modern Aviation, Signature Aviation, Skyservice Seattle, and Vesper Aviation. Modern Aviation, Signature Aviation, Skyservice Seattle, and Vesper Aviation all operate at BFI. Which one your flight uses depends on the operator's contract, the aircraft size, and where the hangar space is. Ground handling, fuel, and ramp fees are set by the FBO, and they show up in the operator's quote rather than as a separate line you negotiate. If you have a preference, then say so when you request the quote, so the operator can price the right ramp.
What BFI is best for
- Business travel to downtown Seattle, which is a short drive north on I-5 from the field.
- Pacific Northwest and Alaska gateways, where the 10,007-foot runway supports larger aircraft.
- Tech and corporate traffic bound for Bellevue, Redmond, and the Puget Sound region.
- One-stop transcon legs to the East Coast, with the field's low elevation helping hot-day performance.
| Class | Typical runway need | Here |
|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | 3,300 ft+ | Fits |
| Light jet | 4,000 ft+ | Fits |
| Midsize jet | 5,000 ft+ | Fits |
| Super-midsize jet | 5,200 ft+ | Fits |
| Heavy jet | 5,600 ft+ | Fits |
Weather and density altitude by season
Boeing Field is a marine climate airport, and the density altitude spread across the year is wide but tame. July and August density altitude at BFI sits around 1,200 feet, with highs near 77F. Winter runs the other way: January and February density altitude drops to about minus 800 feet, with highs near 47F and 17 wet days apiece. December is the wettest month at 19 wet days. Spring and fall land in between, with March at roughly minus 400 feet and October near 100 feet. None of this is extreme, but a light jet on a warm July afternoon still wants the takeoff numbers checked, and a winter departure in steady rain wants a look at the runway condition report. If your trip is in July, then expect the operator to plan for the 1,200-foot density altitude figure; if it is in December, then the wet-day count is the thing to watch.
| Month | Avg high | Wet days | Density altitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47°F | 17 | -800 ft |
| Feb | 47°F | 17 | -800 ft |
| Mar | 52°F | 15 | -400 ft |
| Apr | 57°F | 15 | -100 ft |
| May | 64°F | 10 | 400 ft |
| Jun | 70°F | 9 | 800 ft |
| Jul | 77°F | 3 | 1,200 ft |
| Aug | 77°F | 5 | 1,200 ft |
| Sep | 69°F | 11 | 700 ft |
| Oct | 60°F | 15 | 100 ft |
| Nov | 50°F | 18 | -600 ft |
| Dec | 45°F | 19 | -900 ft |
Getting to and from the airport
Boeing Field sits about four miles south of downtown Seattle, with direct access from I-5 and State Route 99. The field is roughly four miles from downtown Seattle via I-5. Ramp access is arranged through the FBO, and your operator or broker can confirm which gate and which FBO your flight uses. For international legs, CBP clearance is arranged in advance; for domestic legs, TSA screening is not required at a general aviation FBO, though the operator will follow its own security program. If you are connecting to a commercial flight at Sea-Tac, then allow for the drive south, which is short outside peak traffic.
Private jet routes via King - Boeing
The 6 city pairs below span 199 to 2,129 nautical miles, with one-way light jet estimates running $4,000 to $36,000.
Inquiries for this field
What is the private jet price per hour King County Boeing Field for a light jet?
Light jets at BFI generally quote $2,000 to $4,000 per hour. That band covers aircraft like a Phenom 100 or Citation Mustang, and it is an estimate rather than a published rate. The final quote depends on the operator, the crew day, fuel, and whether the aircraft is positioned at BFI or has to fly in. A one-way trip will usually price higher per hour than a round trip because the return leg has to be covered.
How much does a midsize jet cost per hour at Boeing Field?
Midsize jets at BFI typically quote $4,000 to $7,000 per hour. Aircraft in this class include the Citation XLS and Learjet 60, and they offer more cabin space and range than a light jet. The hourly figure is an estimate from the operator's quote and includes crew and fuel but not always ramp fees or international fees. If your trip is transcon, then the midsize band is often the practical choice.
How long is the runway at King County Boeing Field?
The longest runway at BFI is 10,007 feet, and the field elevation is 21 feet. That length supports large-cabin jets on long legs and gives light jets plenty of margin on a hot day. July density altitude runs about 1,200 feet, and at an extreme 115F it reaches roughly 1,800 feet, so performance planning is straightforward compared with a high-altitude field. The airport diagram shows the parallel runway layout.
Which FBOs operate at Boeing Field?
Four FBOs serve BFI: Modern Aviation, Signature Aviation, Skyservice Seattle, and Vesper Aviation. Your operator's contract determines which one handles your flight, and ramp fees and fuel are set by that FBO. If you have a preference, then note it when you request the quote so the operator can price the right facility. Ground handling is part of the operator's quote, not a separate arrangement you make on the ramp.
Is Boeing Field the same as Sea-Tac for private jets?
No. BFI is King County International Airport - Boeing Field, about four miles south of downtown Seattle, while Sea-Tac is the commercial airport to the south. BFI has a 10,007-foot runway and four FBOs, and it is the field most charter operators use for Seattle business aviation. If your destination is downtown, then BFI is usually the shorter drive.
Who operates the flight and who arranges it?
The flight is flown by an FAA Part 135 operator that holds operational control of the aircraft and crew. The broker arranges the trip as an agent under DOT Part 295 and does not own or operate the aircraft. If your trip crosses a border, then CBP clearance is arranged in advance. The quote you receive reflects the operator's pricing, and the broker's role is to match your trip to a suitable operator.