Which private jet charter brokers are best for last-minute flights?
By Richard Jasinski·Updated 11 November 2026
These 76 private jet companies state how soon they can fly after booking, or sell last-minute flights on their own websites, read 10 November 2026. Each card gives what the company says about it, with the aircraft, place, hours, fee or price where it names one, then what it sells, why to choose it, what to ask for and the limits it publishes.
Which private jet charter brokers are best for last-minute flights?
76 private jet companies in the Uncompromised Travel table say on their own websites that they state how soon they can fly after booking, or sell last-minute flights; FlyHouse, K9 Jets and Silverhawk Aviation have the most Google reviews under their own name.
Air Charter Advisors
- Best for
- Wyvern-member broker, all-inclusive quotes by phone
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can arrange flights in as little as 4 hours on Wyvern Wingman and ARGUS Platinum jets and its FAQ says as little as 6 hours' notice.
- What it sells
- Arranges private jet charter as an agent on other carriers' aircraft, from a base in the Philadelphia region, USA and can connect clients to 25, 50 and 100 hour jet cards.
- Why choose them
- Says it is a Premium Wyvern Broker Member and has been an NBAA member since 2012.
- Ask for
- Ask for the free all-inclusive charter quote by form or phone and tell it upfront if you are bringing a pet.
- Not the fit if
- you want a seat on a shared flight: it provides only completely private flights under FAR Part 135 or the foreign equivalent.
Air1 Jets
- Best for
- Instant online estimates on on-demand charter
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can often arrange a flight within 3 hours of confirming, depending on where the nearest suitable jet and crew are.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker, not an air carrier and arranges on-demand charter only on other operators' aircraft. It sells no jet cards, memberships or fractional shares.
- Why choose them
- Says it searches 6,020+ aircraft in 150+ countries to pick the right one for each trip.
- Ask for
- Ask for the itemised quote that lists flight time, taxes, fees and repositioning separately, priced one-way and round trip so you can compare.
- Not the fit if
- you want to buy single seats: you pay for the whole aircraft, whether one person flies or every seat is full.
- Enquiry
- air1jets.com/contact
Airble
- Best for
- Online booking of charters and shared seats
- How soon it can fly
- Says you can often book a private jet on the same day you wish to leave, thanks to real-time availability.
- What it sells
- Online marketplace and intermediary, not an operator, connecting passengers with licensed air operators for charters, empty legs, shared flights, Jetpools and experiences. Head office in Richmond, BC, Canada.
- Why choose them
- Has run since 2019 as an online marketplace for licensed operators' charters, empty legs, shared flights and experiences. Google: 4.5 out of 5 from 12 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the per-seat Shared Flight search or the Deals section in the Airble app.
- Not the fit if
- you want a refundable empty leg: it says empty-leg bookings are non-changeable and non-refundable unless the provider states otherwise.
- Enquiry
- airble.com/contact
Airly
- Best for
- Australian jet cards and fractional jet shares
- How soon it can fly
- Says jet card holders get 48-hour booking access.
- What it sells
- Arranges jet card and charter flights in Australia on CASA-certified operators' aircraft, runs fractional jet shares from Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and lists empty legs.
- Why choose them
- Says every flight is run by a CASA-certified operator, with a safety manager in house.
- Ask for
- Ask for the jet card in 5, 10 or 25 hour blocks with rates locked for 12 months and for an instant price on your route.
- Not the fit if
- you may cancel late: its charter terms are fully refundable only at 30 days before departure, with a 15% fee at 29 to 21 days rising to 100%.
- Enquiry
- airly.com
Altessair
- Best for
- Indicative price brackets before any quote
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can often source aircraft within 24 to 48 hours, sometimes same-day.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker for on-demand charter and says it is not an airline or direct air carrier. It sells no jet cards, fractional shares or individual seats.
- Why choose them
- Says a broker sources up to three vetted FAA Part 135 options, with its 10% fee shown as its own line.
- Ask for
- Ask for a route bracket and a firm quote, which it says is firm for the validity window stated on the quote.
- Not the fit if
- you want a jet card, fractional share or individual seat: it says it sells none of these.
- Website
- altessair.com
Altivo Jets
- Best for
- Broker with desks in 12 countries
- How soon it can fly
- Says most charters can be arranged within 24 hours, with a quote desk open around the clock, while peak holidays, festivals and big events need a week or more.
- What it sells
- Is a private jet and helicopter charter broker with desks in 12 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Switzerland and the United Arab Emirates. It says it does not own or operate aircraft.
- Why choose them
- Says it is a private jet and helicopter charter broker with desks in 12 countries.
- Ask for
- Ask for a quote that names the operator, aircraft, itinerary and total price including known taxes and fees.
- Not the fit if
- you want an individual seat: it says a charter is for the whole aircraft and it does not sell individual seats on charter flights.
- Enquiry
- altivojets.com/contact
Atlantic Air Charter
- Best for
- Own light jets and brokered charter
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can sometimes schedule flights the same day and a Miami to Las Vegas guide says you can book with just a few hours' notice. It recommends at least 24 hours for availability.
- What it sells
- Flies its own light-jet fleet and books other operators' aircraft for other flights. Sells on-demand charter, a jet card and empty legs from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- Why choose them
- Holds U.S. Air Carrier Certificate #W39A162L issued by the FAA. Google: 4.9 out of 5 from 53 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a jet card membership: it says the programme offers guaranteed availability and fixed hourly rates, with terms given by customer service.
- Not the fit if
- you need a price that cannot move: pricing may change depending on demand and additional services requested.
- Website
- atlanticaircharter.com
BlackJet
- Best for
- Fixed-rate jet cards with non-expiring hours
- How soon it can fly
- Says it specialises in accommodating last-minute bookings. No notice period in hours is stated.
- What it sells
- Sells jet cards (BlackJet 25 and BlackJet 50) flown by BlackJet Certified operators and lists on-demand charter. Based in West Palm Beach, Florida.
- Why choose them
- Says it has been helping Card Owners for over 25 years.
- Ask for
- Ask for details on whether fuel surcharge and Federal Excise Tax are included at the BlackJet 25 or BlackJet 50 tier you want.
- Not the fit if
- you need fewer than 25 hours: its jet cards are sold in 25-hour and 50-hour blocks.
- Published price
- BlackJet 25 Light Jet Card, 25 hours: US$50,000 pay-as-you-fly or US$225,000 fully funded (2026-27). Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- blackjet.com/contact
BLADE
- Best for
- By-the-seat flights and helicopter transfers
- How soon it can fly
- Says by-the-seat flights can be booked on its app up to 30 minutes before takeoff.
- What it sells
- Charter broker and booking platform that does not operate aircraft: sells by-the-seat scheduled flights, private and shared charters, crowdsourced seats, passes and packs and a corporate programme on third-party operators' aircraft. Head office at 31 Hudson Yards, New York.
- Why choose them
- Says its BLADEone jets are retrofitted commercial-size jets, typically configured for 60 passengers, reimagined to seat just 16 guests.
- Ask for
- Ask for a corporate agreement, which ranges from bulk purchasing of BLADE Airport seats to a custom agreement for all personal and professional travel.
- Not the fit if
- you need refundable shared seats: it says Hamptons Shared Charters are non-refundable and the departure time cannot be adjusted once booked.
- Enquiry
- blade.com/p/contact
Call a Jet
- Best for
- Free empty-leg board and alerts
- How soon it can fly
- Advertises short-term bookings 24/7 and says a charter is often possible within a few hours, with a quote reply in 30 minutes at most.
- What it sells
- Is an independent private jet charter broker, not an airline or aircraft operator, that also lists empty legs. It sells no membership or jet card. It has an office in Bonn, a legal entity in Budapest and a Miami office.
- Why choose them
- Says it compares aircraft from a network of 12,000 jets.
- Ask for
- Ask for the free empty-leg alerts for your home airport, or for a binding offer once it has checked the market.
- Not the fit if
- you need a final price at the first reply: prices in a first note are estimates, final only once an operator has confirmed the aircraft and you have signed and paid.
- Enquiry
- callajet.de/us
Carrington Jets
- Best for
- Browsing live empty legs with no fee
- How soon it can fly
- Has a last-minute section for flights departing today or tomorrow, with 42 flights on 10 November 2026 and says enquiry to wheels-up can be same-day.
- What it sells
- Runs an empty-leg advisory and referral service with a board of live empty legs, mainly in the United States and also in the UK, France, Italy, Switzerland and the Caribbean. It says it is not an air carrier or a charter broker and that flights are arranged by Villiers Jets and operated by licensed direct air carriers. It is operated by VH Group VOF in Zutendaal, Belgium.
- Why choose them
- Says its board showed 100 live empty legs from Villiers Jets' operator network on 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the exact price Villiers Jets confirms with the operator on the empty leg you enquire about.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book and pay on the site: you enquire and Villiers Jets sends a secure booking link and handles payment and contract.
Chapman Freeborn
- Best for
- Group charter and worldwide broker offices
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can launch charter flights within 3-4 hours of confirmation and that empty legs are usually available at short notice.
- What it sells
- Is a charter broker headquartered at Gatwick, UK, with offices on five continents. Sells private jet charter, group air charter, empty legs, a Blind Booking service and a Jet Card, alongside air cargo and ACMI.
- Why choose them
- Says it has provided air charter solutions for passenger and cargo movements since 1973.
- Ask for
- Ask for the charter team's empty-leg options, which it says can be up to 75% cheaper than a regular private jet charter.
- Not the fit if
- you want to rebook or get a refund on Blind Booking: booked flights cannot be rebooked or refunded and the service is only available in the DACH region.
Charter Flight Group
- Best for
- Online charter pricing and a jet card
- How soon it can fly
- Says you can schedule a charter within three hours of going wheels up.
- What it sells
- Private aviation company (also CFG or FlyCFG) that arranges charters on its charter partners' aircraft and sells a non-expiring jet card through a Jet Agency partnership. Office in Naples, Florida, with a Miami office opening.
- Why choose them
- Says its partners have access to more than 6,000 aircraft, ranging from turboprops to executive jets and airliners.
- Ask for
- Ask for the non-expiring jet card in Light, Midsize, Supermid or Heavy.
- Not the fit if
- you want full control of an empty-leg itinerary: it says you lose some control over your itinerary.
DC Aviation
- Best for
- Own-fleet executive charter from Stuttgart
- How soon it can fly
- Says your personal adviser makes the requested aircraft type available within a few hours with an individual flight plan.
- What it sells
- Sells executive charter on jets of its own fleet and also offers aircraft management, maintenance and FBO services. Its head office is in Stuttgart, Germany.
- Why choose them
- Says its flight operations are IS-BAO certified and its ground services IS-BAH certified. Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 35 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask your personal adviser for the aircraft type you want, which it says is made available within a few hours with an individual flight plan.
- Not the fit if
- you need more than 16 seats: it says some aircraft carry up to 16 passengers.
DesJets
- Best for
- Global broker with 69+ vetted operators
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can position aircraft in as little as 4 hours for same-day trips, though 24 to 72 hours of lead time is typical.
- What it sells
- Is a private jet charter broker trading as DesJets (Destination Jets), founded in 2020 with an office in New York. It arranges whole-aircraft charter and sells empty-leg flights and group and airliner charter and says it does not operate aircraft.
- Why choose them
- Says it has access to 352+ aircraft across 69+ vetted operators worldwide.
- Ask for
- Ask for an all-in quote covering aircraft, fuel, crew, landing and handling fees and taxes, with catering, ground transport and de-icing quoted separately.
- Not the fit if
- you may cancel late: its general guidelines give no refund when cancelling less than 24 hours before departure.
- Enquiry
- desjets.com/contact
Elevate Jet
- Best for
- Instant app booking, Part 135 carrier
- How soon it can fly
- Says it cannot guarantee ad hoc bookings within 48 hours of departure inside its Primary Service Area (72 hours outside), though a service team member can be requested for last-minute bookings.
- What it sells
- Is an FAA-certificated Part 135 air carrier that also brokers charter through its app. Sells the Azurite Jet Card, a deposit-based membership and empty legs, from a head office in Miami Beach, Florida.
- Why choose them
- Says it holds FAA Air Carrier Certificate B8MA127H and operates as a Part 135 carrier.
- Not the fit if
- you want a refundable one-way flight: all one-way bookings are fully Non-Refundable.
Elite Jets
- Best for
- Own-fleet Florida operator with ARGUS Platinum rating
- How soon it can fly
- Says travellers can book a year in advance or make same-day travel plans for a spur-of-the-moment getaway.
- What it sells
- Operator selling charter to the public from its own fleet, with empty legs, a shared ownership programme, the Invision Jet Card (with Maxair) and aircraft management for owners. Head office at Naples Airport, Florida.
- Why choose them
- Owns four Embraer Phenom 300 jets and one Embraer Legacy 500 jet that fly to North, Central and South America and the Caribbean.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Invision Jet Card, powered by Elite Jets and Maxair, with fixed all-inclusive hourly pricing and no annual membership fees or fuel surcharges.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book and pay online: clients complete a 'Request a Quote' form and the team replies by telephone or email.
- Website
- elitejets.com
EmpTleg
- Best for
- Searching empty legs across many operators
- How soon it can fly
- Says empty legs are often posted only days or hours ahead and same-day legs are common, with timing set by the operator.
- What it sells
- Empty-leg search and alert service owned by AmeriCharter, Inc.; it says it is a search engine, not a broker, operates no aircraft and lists whole-aircraft legs from independent operators.
- Why choose them
- Shows 2,928 flights today in its live empty-leg search on 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a Basic or Premium subscription to see the operator, aircraft and exact posted price, then contact the operator directly.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book through the company: it never arranges, quotes or books a flight and takes no flight payment, so you deal with the operator.
- Published price
- Basic $49 per month and Premium $100 per month subscription, 2026 terms, billed monthly in advance; search itself is free. Read 10 November 2026.
- Website
- emptleg.com
Empty Leg Exclusive
- Best for
- Free empty-leg board with whole-aircraft GBP prices
- How soon it can fly
- Says some empty legs are published only 24 to 48 hours before departure and that standard charter notice runs from hours to months ahead.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker built around empty legs, with on-demand charter as the fallback. It is not an operator or direct air carrier, sells no membership and is based in London.
- Why choose them
- Says its board listed 649 empty legs on 9 November 2026, from 208 departure cities.
- Ask for
- Ask for message alerts on the routes you fly regularly: it says there is no charge for enquiries or alerts.
- Not the fit if
- you may need to cancel: if you cancel an empty leg, the fare is generally non-refundable.
- Published price
- Model estimate, 2026: light jet $3,500 to $5,500 per block hour, before taxes, positioning and airport fees; not a quote. Read 10 November 2026.
EmptyJet
- Best for
- Searching live empty legs without a membership
- How soon it can fly
- Says last-minute windows of 24 to 48 hours on empty legs often show deeper discounts. Booking is by request and operator confirmation.
- What it sells
- Is an empty-leg search engine and marketplace that also takes on-demand charter requests. It says it is not an airline or operator. Head office in Dubai, with principal offices in New York, Tokyo and Istanbul.
- Why choose them
- Says current listings are up to 74% below an estimated charter rate, with a 0 to 10 value score on each.
- Ask for
- Ask for the operator's confirmation of the aircraft, schedule, price and terms of the empty leg before you pay the operator's invoice.
- Not the fit if
- you need an instant confirmed booking: sending a request does not reserve the flight and an empty leg may move or be cancelled if the aircraft's wider schedule changes.
- Enquiry
- emptyjet.com/contact
EmptyLeg.store
- Best for
- Whole-aircraft empty legs with no membership
- How soon it can fly
- Says a same-day departure may be possible when the aircraft, crew, passenger details and payment can be confirmed in time.
- What it sells
- Empty-leg listing site powered by TriStar (TriStar.vip) that acts as an arranging party with certified direct air carriers and brokers full charters on request. Sells whole aircraft only, with no individual seats.
- Why choose them
- Lists 2,048 empty legs, with live inventory updated daily.
- Ask for
- Ask for a whole-aircraft quote on any route through its booking request, which needs no account.
- Not the fit if
- you want a single seat: it says it does not sell individual seats or jet sharing.
- Enquiry
- emptyleg.store/booking
evoJets
- Best for
- Instant online prices and a booking app
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can fly to almost any airport with as little as 2 hours' notice and that most flights can be arranged with as little as 2 to 4 hours.
- What it sells
- Charter broker headquartered in New York City and founded in Aspen, Colorado in 2006, selling on-demand charter and an Evolved charter membership, with an instant price calculator and app.
- Why choose them
- Says it has arranged flights in 6 continents and 119 countries. Google: 3.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for an instant price from the Charter Flight Cost Calculator, then for a quote or Evolved charter membership details from an account executive.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book every route online: it says instant booking is available only on select routes in its app.
- Enquiry
- evojets.com/contact
FAI rent-a-jet
- Best for
- German-operated Bombardier charter with ARGUS Platinum
- How soon it can fly
- Says last-minute bookings get tailored proposals within one hour, with a charter team available 24/7.
- What it sells
- Is an operator of its own Bombardier aircraft that also manages other owners' aircraft and sells private jet charter, headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany. It holds its own Air Operator Certificate.
- Why choose them
- Says it flies more than 13,000 flight hours annually with its own Bombardier fleet.
- Ask for
- Ask for a Global, Challenger 604 or Learjet 60XR charter proposal, which it says is prepared within one hour for last-minute bookings.
- Not the fit if
- you want other aircraft types: its charter fleet is the Bombardier Global, Challenger 604 and Learjet 60XR.
- Enquiry
- fai.ag/private-jet-charter
FastJets
- Best for
- Bookable empty legs with all-in prices
- How soon it can fly
- Shows empty legs departing within 48 hours, which members can book in one tap. No notice period is stated.
- What it sells
- Is an empty-leg marketplace where operators list empty legs and flyers book direct with the operator. Says it is not a broker and does not operate flights. Booking needs a paid membership.
- Why choose them
- Says flyers on its marketplace pay up to 75% less than retail charter.
- Ask for
- Ask for the operator's agreement, through the in-app chat, on repositioning, departure time within the listed window, catering or pets before you book.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book without a membership: non-members may search and browse, but an active membership is needed to complete a purchase.
- Published price
- Membership $49 a month or $490 a year (November 2026). Empty-leg prices are shown all-in on each listing. Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- fastjets.com/contact
FlairFly
- Best for
- Italian broker with jet cards and helicopters
- How soon it can fly
- Lists last-minute flights as an offering and aims to give a quote within one hour, which it says is an operational aim and not a guarantee.
- What it sells
- Independent aviation broker (an 'Aviation Boutique') that is not an aircraft operator, selling private jets, helicopter transfers, group charters, prepaid Jet Cards, empty legs, cargo and air ambulance. Its owner, Epyx SpA, is headquartered in Pavia, Italy.
- Why choose them
- Lists 873 empty legs worldwide, with Telegram alerts for matching routes.
- Ask for
- Ask for a prepaid Jet Card (Private, Premium or Elite), which is prepaid by value and not by hours.
- Not the fit if
- you want a cash refund of unused card credit: it says available Jet Card credit is not refundable in cash.
- Enquiry
- flairfly.com
Flexjet
- Best for
- Fractional shares and jet cards, own fleet
- How soon it can fly
- Says lease holders can book travel with a 10-hour response time.
- What it sells
- Operates its own managed fleet of over 350 aircraft, with fractional ownership as its primary programme, plus private jet lease, a Jet Card and on-demand charter across North America and Europe.
- Why choose them
- Says it flies a closed fleet within its own managed fleet of over 350 aircraft (July 2026 guide). Google: 4.2 out of 5 from 6 reviews; Trustpilot: 3.4 out of 5 from 4 reviews, newest 19 August 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Flexjet 25 Jet Card (25 base hours) or a 1/16th (50 hour) fractional or lease share.
- Not the fit if
- you want a small trial: the Flexjet 25 Jet Card starts at 25 base hours prepaid, with 7.5% Federal Excise Tax on the deposit.
- Website
- flexjet.com
Fly Alliance
- Best for
- Four-hour charter and a no-blackout jet card
- How soon it can fly
- Says its Ready To Fly process can have a trip built, crewed and airborne on four hours' notice.
- What it sells
- Flies charter and sells a jet card, with a head office in Orlando, Florida. It holds an FAA Part 135 certificate and manages aircraft from midsize through ultra long range.
- Why choose them
- Holds FAA Part 135 Air Carrier Certificate 3GJA878N and, for its European operation, San Marino AOC SM048. Google: 4.1 out of 5 from 17 reviews; Trustpilot: 3.9 out of 5 from 17 reviews, newest 22 September 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for its jet card: guaranteed availability on eight hours' notice, with no blackout dates and no peak-day surcharge.
- Not the fit if
- you want a fully fixed jet card price: Federal Excise Tax is additional and any de-icing, international handling or customs charges are billed at cost.
Flycraft
- Best for
- Firm-price Challenger charter and jet card
- How soon it can fly
- Says same-day departures are something it does rather than an exception and that charter has no minimum notice. Card trips inside 48 hours fly as available.
- What it sells
- Is an FAA Part 135 operator flying its own five Challenger 300 and 350 jets from Opa-locka Executive Airport in Miami, Florida. It sells on-demand charter, a Fleet Jet Card and a Corporate Program and may occasionally arrange flights on other carriers' aircraft with the operating carrier disclosed before signing.
- Why choose them
- Says it holds its own FAA Part 135 certificate and flies five Challengers, three 300s and two 350s.
- Ask for
- Ask for a firm price for your trip, which it says is a firm number rather than a range.
- Not the fit if
- you fly on peak days or inside 48 hours on its jet card: both carry a 20% surcharge.
- Published price
- Fleet Jet Card 2026: 25 hours at $12,950 per hour ($323,750 prepaid), Challenger super-midsize, fuel and 7.5% federal excise tax on domestic legs included, no membership or annual fee. Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- flycraft.com/contact
flyExclusive
- Best for
- Owned-fleet Jet Club and fractional shares
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can often confirm a flight in as little as 24 hours and that lead time depends on the membership and the date.
- What it sells
- Is an operator that owns and flies its own fleet of 80+ aircraft. Sells charter, Jet Club and Jet Club Plus memberships and fractional ownership, from a base in Kinston, North Carolina.
- Why choose them
- Says it owns and operates 80+ aircraft, from light jets to super-midsize. Google: 4.2 out of 5 from 63 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for Jet Club Plus or a fractional share if you need access on all 365 days with no blackout dates.
- Not the fit if
- you need Jet Club access on peak days: it guarantees fleet access 330 days a year and excludes 35 peak travel periods such as major holidays.
- Published price
- Jet Club starts at a $100,000 entry deposit and Jet Club Plus at $200,000 (US dollars, 2026), held as flight credit. Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- flyexclusive.com/charter
FlyHouse
- Best for
- Instant bid-based quotes from competing operators
- How soon it can fly
- Says you can book private travel in minutes and depart within hours and that a booking made within 48 hours of departure is paid in full at booking.
- What it sells
- Owns and operates its own fleet and also runs an online marketplace where other aircraft owners bid for each trip. Also offers members-only empty legs, group travel and a Private Client Group. Address in Camarillo, California.
- Why choose them
- Says its network reaches more than 2,300 aircraft across the U.S., spanning midsize to ultra-long-range jets. Google: 4.6 out of 5 from 81 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Private Client Group, which coordinates aviation, hospitality, transportation, dining and itinerary planning.
- Not the fit if
- you want empty legs open to everyone: it describes its Empty Legs section as a members' feed.
- Enquiry
- goflyhouse.com/contact
Flyius
- Best for
- Written offers naming operator, aircraft and price
- How soon it can fly
- Says same-day departures are sometimes possible when an operator has an aircraft and rested crew nearby, but no minimum notice can be promised.
- What it sells
- Air charter broker sourcing aircraft from licensed operators worldwide, selling on-demand charter and empty legs with no membership fee and showing indicative prices online.
- Why choose them
- Says it checks each operator's Air Operator Certificate in the issuing authority's register before you confirm.
- Ask for
- Ask for written offers that name the operator, the aircraft and the full price and for a corporate account if you fly often.
- Not the fit if
- you need a guaranteed notice time: it says no minimum notice can be promised for departures.
- Published price
- From €3,200 per flight hour in a light jet, indicative 2026 rate, crew, fuel, landing and handling included in 'from' prices. Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- flyius.com/contact-us
GlobeAir
- Best for
- Own Mustang fleet, online booking, Europe
- How soon it can fly
- Says full ownership of its fleet makes last-minute and short-notice requests straightforward, with availability guaranteed for flights 48 hours after booking.
- What it sells
- Flies its own fleet of Cessna Citation Mustang jets from a head office in Hörsching (Linz), Austria and sells on-demand charter, the DreamTeam JetCard, a fractional programme and empty legs.
- Why choose them
- Says it flies a fleet of modern Cessna Citation Mustang jets. Trustpilot: 3.5 out of 5 from 14 reviews, newest 16 April 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for an empty leg from its online list, the DreamTeam JetCard, or a share in a Cessna Citation M2.
- Not the fit if
- you travel with more than 4 passengers: online booking covers up to 4 passengers and larger groups book by WhatsApp.
- Enquiry
- globeair.com/contact
Great Flight
- Best for
- Own-fleet charter from West Palm Beach
- How soon it can fly
- Says it specialises in last-minute flights and can be airborne from West Palm Beach (PBI) an hour after booking.
- What it sells
- Is an operator, not a broker, flying its own fleet with its own pilots. Sells charter, an Operator Jet Card called the Great Flight Card and empty-leg flights, from West Palm Beach, Florida.
- Why choose them
- Says it operates a fleet of 11 dedicated aircraft as a direct FAA Part 135 air carrier. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 49 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Great Flight Card, its Operator Jet Card.
- Not the fit if
- you want prices online: it says there is no set price without all the trip details and quotes by phone.
- Website
- greatflight.com
Hera Flight
- Best for
- Florida charter and 10-hour jet cards
- How soon it can fly
- Says jet card members get guaranteed availability within 72 hours notice, or 96 hours for peak travel dates.
- What it sells
- Sells on-demand charter and a 10-hour and 25-hour jet card, alongside aircraft management, sales and maintenance, from Clearwater and West Palm Beach, Florida. It says the card gives access to its own fleet and over 1,250 safety-vetted partner aircraft.
- Why choose them
- Says its fleet grew to 25 aircraft in a May 2026 announcement. Google: 4.1 out of 5 from 27 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask about the 10-hour Jet Card, which it says has fixed hourly rates with no fuel surcharges, interchange fees or overnight charges.
- Not the fit if
- you need a card flight at short notice: jet card requests need a minimum of 72 hours, up to 96 hours on peak travel dates.
- Enquiry
- heraflight.com/charter
Hogani Jets
- Best for
- Charter estimates plus jet cards
- How soon it can fly
- Lists booking notice as low as 4 hours on On Demand and Loyalty (subject to availability) and 48 hours (guaranteed) on the Jet Card. Says same-day corporate charter can be confirmed within 2 to 4 hours on active corridors.
- What it sells
- Says it is a Part 135 air charter broker and does not operate aircraft. Sells on-demand charter, Signature and Reserve Jet Cards, a Loyalty Program, Private Office and empty legs. Presents itself as US-based, with no office list.
- Why choose them
- Says its founder has spent more than a decade selling and orchestrating 2000+ private charter flights across 90+ countries. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews; Trustpilot: 3.8 out of 5 from 2 reviews, newest 10 September 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the operator's name and certificate number, which it says it shares on request and name a rating such as ARGUS Platinum or Wyvern Wingman if you want only matching aircraft quoted.
- Not the fit if
- you need a fixed price up front: its terms say quotes are subject to aircraft availability and operational approval and that pricing may change without notice.
- Published price
- Empty leg, Challenger 300 Aspen to Oakland, 8 December 2026: from $19,500. Read 10 November 2026.
Hop-A-Jet
- Best for
- Own-fleet Florida operator, not a broker
- How soon it can fly
- Says it is open 24/7 and can scramble a jet and crew in under 2 hours at any time of day or night.
- What it sells
- Operator, not a broker: says all aircraft are company maintained and operated, from a fleet of 13 charter aircraft at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE), Florida. Also offers aircraft management, maintenance and an empty-leg list.
- Why choose them
- Says its fleet of 13 charter aircraft is based at Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport (FXE).
- Ask for
- Ask for the real-time empty-leg list covering the next 28 days and for a price for your airports.
- Not the fit if
- you need a guaranteed empty leg: it says availability is not guaranteed and last-minute changes or cancellations may occur.
- Enquiry
- hopajetworldwide.com/contact
Hopleg
- Best for
- Whole-aircraft empty legs, mainly in Europe
- How soon it can fly
- Says empty legs are published days, sometimes only hours, before they fly because they depend on another trip.
- What it sells
- Marketplace and brokerage for one-way empty-leg private flights on third-party operators' aircraft, selling the whole aircraft only, with a mainly European route network.
- Why choose them
- Says it carries empty legs on 2.8k city pairs.
- Ask for
- Ask for an email route alert for your dates, then an enquiry for a quote showing the charter price, the service fee and the total.
- Not the fit if
- you want a seat rather than a whole jet: it sells the whole aircraft only.
- Enquiry
- hopleg.com/pricing
Icarus Jet
- Best for
- Broker with Dallas, London and Dubai offices
- How soon it can fly
- Says domestic charters can be arranged with as little as four to six hours' notice and most international routes need 24 to 48 hours.
- What it sells
- Is a private jet charter broker that also offers aircraft management, with headquarters in Dallas, Texas and offices in London and Dubai. It says it is a broker, not an operator.
- Why choose them
- Says it is an ARGUS-registered, NBAA and EBAA accredited private jet charter broker and aircraft management company. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 37 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a firm quote after the trip cost estimator: it says firm quotes come back within 60 minutes.
- Not the fit if
- you need a price that cannot change: its terms reserve the right to increase or decrease prices and taxes are invoiced separately.
- Enquiry
- icarusjet.com/contact
Jet Linx
- Best for
- US jet card with local terminal teams
- How soon it can fly
- Says jet card members can book with as little as a 2-hour notice, depending on aircraft availability and trip details.
- What it sells
- Sells Jet Card Membership on a closed fleet under its own operational control, from Omaha, Nebraska, with 22 US private terminals; it says it is an FAA-certified operator, not a broker.
- Why choose them
- Says it holds ARGUS Platinum Elite, WYVERN Wingman PRO and IS-BAO Stage 3 itself. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 7 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for Jet Card Membership with guaranteed availability and fixed hourly rates and for MemberSeat Exchange access in the Jet Linx App.
- Not the fit if
- you want no joining fee: Jet Card Membership requires an initiation fee and annual dues, though with no large deposit and no minimum hours.
- Enquiry
- jetlinx.com/jet-card
JetAlto
- Best for
- Instant estimates and quotes within 15 minutes
- How soon it can fly
- Says same-day is normal in Europe and the US and that from London Luton or Farnborough it can get you airborne in 3 to 4 hours from signing.
- What it sells
- Is an independent charter broker for on-demand whole-aircraft charter, with empty-leg deals and recurring corporate travel. It says it does not own aircraft or sell memberships.
- Why choose them
- Says it quotes from a network of 3,800+ vetted operators across 5,000+ airports worldwide.
- Ask for
- Ask for an instant price estimate through its quote request, then hand-picked quotes, which it says arrive within 15 minutes.
- Not the fit if
- you need a fixed price at the quote stage: quote requests are non-binding until a signed charter agreement is exchanged.
- Website
- jetalto.com
JetCharter.com
- Best for
- Instant online charter quotes and booking
- How soon it can fly
- Says its process gets you wheels up in as little as 3 hours and gives a phone line for last-minute flights.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker and indirect agent in Boca Raton, Florida, selling on-demand charter on third-party operators' aircraft with an online instant-quote platform. It also offers empty-leg flights and says it has no memberships.
- Why choose them
- Says every flight has two background-checked, FAA licence verified, type rated pilots, with captains averaging over 9,000 hours. Google: 1.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews; Trustpilot: 2.5 out of 5 from 8 reviews, newest 1 November 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for an instant quote on your route, or call its flight advisors for a last-minute flight.
- Not the fit if
- you want a price with taxes and fees in it: it says listed prices do not include taxes and fees.
- Enquiry
- jetcharter.com
JetNine
- Best for
- Locked quotes and a stated vetting floor
- How soon it can fly
- Says six hours wheels-up is reliable for most US city pairs, light jet to heavy. International flights add two to four hours.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker registered with the US DOT under 14 CFR Part 295, based in Los Angeles. Sells on-demand charter, the JetNine Card, Reserve membership and an empty-leg board, on aircraft flown by independent Part 135 operators.
- Why choose them
- Sets a written safety floor of ARG/US Gold Plus or Wyvern Wingman for every operator.
- Ask for
- Ask for the written quote, which it says locks at acceptance and for the empty-leg watchlist with text alerts.
- Not the fit if
- you may cancel late: inside 6 hours the full charter cost is retained and empty legs and discounted flights have stricter terms.
- Enquiry
- jetnine.com/contact
Jets.com
- Best for
- Instant all-inclusive quotes and a jet card
- How soon it can fly
- Says charter can often be arranged on short notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
- What it sells
- Charter broker and jet card provider: acts as an Authorized Agent arranging flights with FAR Part 135 direct air carriers and sells the Jets.com Jet Card (Access Pass and Access+). Also owns Part 135 operator PJC, with offices in New York, Boston, Boca Raton, California and London.
- Why choose them
- Says it holds ARGUS Charter Broker certification and Wyvern Broker Certification.
- Ask for
- Ask for Access Pass, prepaid flight hours at a fixed rate starting at 25 hours, or Access+, which lets you deposit once and fly any cabin class at your locked rate.
- Not the fit if
- you need every cost inside the quote: it says fees tied to major events at certain airports and taxes on international segments sit outside it and are disclosed before you fly.
Jettly
- Best for
- Instant pricing and trust-held payments worldwide
- How soon it can fly
- Says urgent same-day charters are possible depending on aircraft positioning and crew readiness, with some flights arranged in as little as 3 to 6 hours.
- What it sells
- Charter broker and technology platform with offices in Niagara Falls (New York), Nice, London and Richmond Hill (Ontario), selling on-demand charter, jet cards, memberships and empty legs on third-party operators' aircraft.
- Why choose them
- Says customer funds are held in a designated trust account kept separate from its general operating capital. Trustpilot: 2.7 out of 5 from 1,258 reviews, newest 5 October 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for instant pricing from its pricing tool, a jet card from 10 to 100 hours, or the Pay-As-You-Fly programme.
- Not the fit if
- you need a binding quote upfront: its terms say quotes are not binding offers and are subject to operator confirmation and change.
- Published price
- Jet card membership tiers from $50,000 for 25 hours to $160,000 for 100 hours in 2026, plus a one-time enrolment fee of $12,997. Read 10 November 2026.
JETVIP
- Best for
- Seat-by-seat Jet Sharing and empty legs
- How soon it can fly
- Says urgent flights average 2 to 3 hours from request to take-off, with a quote in 15 minutes and requests handled 24/7.
- What it sells
- Is a broker selling charter, empty legs, Jet Sharing (individual seats) and long-term charter. It has offices in Vienna and Dubai and lists Nice and Monaco in its global presence.
- Why choose them
- Says it works directly with 1,000+ operators worldwide and has 9,000+ aircraft in its global database.
- Ask for
- Ask a manager about Jet Sharing, which sells individual seats on flights to Dubai, Nice, Bodrum, London (FAB) and Larnaca.
- Not the fit if
- you need an exact price before confirmation: it says prices may change due to route changes, airport fees, waiting time or fuel cost adjustments.
- Published price
- Estimate, 2026 seasonal averages: light jets from €2,500 per hour (for example Cessna CJ4), excluding de-icing and extended standby. Read 10 November 2026.
- Website
- jetvip.com
K9 Jets
- Best for
- Pay-by-seat private flights with your pet
- How soon it can fly
- Lists limited seats on selected flights over the next 8 weeks from London, Europe, the USA, Canada and Dubai, booked online.
- What it sells
- Is a pet-dedicated, pay-by-seat private jet service that sells individual seats on flights operated by licensed US and EU carriers, with whole-aircraft charter handled by sister company G6 AVIATION. It is a UK registered company based in the Midlands and flies between North America, the UK, Europe and the Middle East.
- Why choose them
- Says it has flown over 10,000 passengers and pets since it launched in March 2023. Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 79 reviews; Trustpilot: 4.7 out of 5 from 188 reviews, newest 4 November 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a seat on a route from its routes list, where one seat allows one pet over 51lb or two pets under 50lb each.
- Not the fit if
- you travel with young children: it says it only permits children aged seven years and above.
- Enquiry
- k9jets.com/routes
Ledig Air
- Best for
- Free European empty legs, booked direct
- How soon it can fly
- Says most empty legs post 24 to 72 hours before departure and that operators usually confirm within 60 minutes during European business hours.
- What it sells
- Is a free empty-leg marketplace and introduction platform, incorporated in Denmark. Says it is not a carrier and not a broker and covers Europe only, connecting travellers directly with EASA-licensed operators.
- Why choose them
- Says every operator on it holds a valid EASA Air Operator Certificate, with AOC numbers checked against national aviation authorities before legs go live.
- Ask for
- Ask for the operator's cancellation, refund and tax terms rather than Ledig Air's and mention children's ages and child-seat needs when you enquire.
- Not the fit if
- you fly outside Europe or want other charter products: it says it is Europe-only and empty-leg-only.
Lineaum
- Best for
- Instant priced quotes and online booking
- How soon it can fly
- Says that depending on the aircraft and airport, flights can often depart within a few hours of booking, 24 hours a day.
- What it sells
- Charter marketplace and booking agent headquartered in London, UK, selling on-demand charter and empty legs on aircraft from 10,500+ operators; it says it does not own or operate aircraft.
- Why choose them
- Says it gives access to 30,000+ aircraft from 10,500+ operators.
- Ask for
- Ask for instant quotes by entering your route and dates and filter to operators with ARGUS or WYVERN safety audits.
- Not the fit if
- you need a fixed price: its terms say quotes are estimates subject to final confirmation by operators.
- Enquiry
- lineaum.com/en
LPJ Flights
- How soon it can fly
- Shows flights departing within the next 1 to 7 days and you book directly with the operator.
- What it sells
- Is an empty-leg platform: a public directory and aggregator of charter operators' empty legs. It does not own, operate or charter aircraft and is based in St. Louis, Missouri.
- Ask for
- Ask for the free new-flight alerts: it says no account is required.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book in one place: clicking Book Now exits LPJFlights and you book directly with the operator.
- Enquiry
- lpjflights.com
LunaJets
- Best for
- Geneva-based broker with ARGUS broker certification
- How soon it can fly
- Says flights can be organised within two hours from phone call to wheels-up, with advisors available 24/7.
- What it sells
- Is a private jet charter broker headquartered in Geneva, founded in December 2007, which says it does not own or operate aircraft. It sells on-demand charter, empty legs, group charter and a Frequent Charter Program, with a network of more than 4,800 aircraft from 480 operators.
- Why choose them
- Says it has held ARGUS broker certification since 2015. Google: 4.6 out of 5 from 12 reviews; Trustpilot: 3.7 out of 5 from 47 reviews, newest 10 October 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for its Frequent Charter Program, a 100% refundable advance payment drawn down per trip.
- Not the fit if
- you need a firm offer from a request alone: its terms say a request or any proposal it sends is not an offer to contract.
- Enquiry
- lunajets.com/en/contact-us
Luxaviation
- Best for
- Operator-flown charter and empty legs, 15 AOCs
- How soon it can fly
- Lists empty legs, which it says are often last-minute. No notice period in hours is stated.
- What it sells
- Says it operates, manages and charters private jets and lists empty legs and an app. Head office in Luxembourg, with offices across five continents.
- Why choose them
- Says it operates under 15 Air Operator's Certificates worldwide.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Luxaviation App to browse empty legs by location and date and ask about pet and cleaning fees if you are flying with a dog.
- Not the fit if
- you need a certain empty leg: it says empty legs are not always available and can change quickly.
- Enquiry
- luxaviation.com/contact-us
Magellan Jets
- Best for
- Broker selling jet cards and fractional shares
- How soon it can fly
- Says Private Clients enjoy guaranteed access 365 days a year, with call-out notice as low as 24 hours.
- What it sells
- Asset-light broker, not an operator, selling Jet Cards, on-demand charter, fractional ownership, an Explorer membership, empty legs and aircraft sales and management. Headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts.
- Why choose them
- Says it has flown Private Clients to more than 100 countries since 2008. Google: 4.4 out of 5 from 7 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a Category or Premium Jet Card, which starts at a 25-hour minimum and is customisable in 25-hour increments.
- Not the fit if
- you book often on Advanced Booking Days: its Category Jet Card needs 120 hours (5 days) notice on those days, with 40 such days in 2026.
Mercury Jets
- Best for
- ARGUS-certified broker booking in four hours
- How soon it can fly
- Says jets can be booked with as little as four hours' notice and its fastest departure to date was arranged in 25 minutes.
- What it sells
- Charter broker based in New York, with a Fort Lauderdale office, arranging on-demand charter, empty legs and group and airliner charters on over 7,000 aircraft as the client's agent; it also offers aircraft management.
- Why choose them
- Says it was registered as an ARGUS Certified Broker in March 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the instant online estimate, then a full quote from a charter coordinator, which it says usually arrives within 1 to 3 hours.
- Not the fit if
- you want a jet card or membership: it says it is an on-demand private jet charterer with no membership.
- Enquiry
- mercuryjets.com/contact-us
P3 Jets
- Best for
- Broker with an instant-book managed fleet
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can have you wheels up in as little as 3 hours, with 24/7 dispatch by phone or form.
- What it sells
- Air charter broker (14 CFR Part 295) selling on-demand charter, a P3 Jet Card, empty legs and an instant-book managed fleet operated through sister company P3 Jets Elevated. Headquarters in Brentwood, Tennessee, with offices in Fort Lauderdale, New York City and Scottsdale.
- Why choose them
- Sets a minimum of 3,000 total hours for pilots on the flights it books. Google: 4.9 out of 5 from 37 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the P3 Jet Card, with fixed hourly rates, guaranteed availability and a 24h callout window.
- Not the fit if
- you want a single seat: it says it offers full aircraft charters only and no by-the-seat bookings.
- Enquiry
- p3jets.com/contact
Paramount Business Jets
- Best for
- Broker with a refundable jet card
- How soon it can fly
- Says that in most cases it can have you wheels up in as little as 4 hours from the time you call.
- What it sells
- Charter broker headquartered in Ashburn, Virginia, that owns no aircraft and books from its approved operator network and also sells a Paramount Jet Card and arranges empty legs, helicopter and group charter.
- Why choose them
- Says it holds ARGUS Certified Broker and Wyvern Wingman Broker status. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 56 reviews; Trustpilot: 5.0 out of 5 from 364 reviews, newest 8 November 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Paramount Jet Card, which it describes as a fully refundable deposit with no expiry, or for an advisor quote.
- Not the fit if
- you want to cancel a last-minute charter freely: it says most operators require a 100% cancellation fee once the contract is signed.
Presidential Aviation
- Best for
- Fort Lauderdale charter, 2 hours notice
- How soon it can fly
- Says its charters can depart with as little as 2 hours notice, through a charter department that operates 24/7/365.
- What it sells
- Is a private jet charter operator, jet management and aircraft sales firm based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, founded in 1997. It operates on-demand charter flights around the globe and lists empty legs and says single seats cannot be bought.
- Why choose them
- Says it is an ARGUS Platinum rated firm, a Wyvern Wingman company and an ISBAO Stage 2 registered charter operator. Google: 4.6 out of 5 from 26 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask its 24/7 charter department about a flight departing on as little as 2 hours notice.
- Not the fit if
- you want to pay late or by card: it requires prepayment by wire transfer at least 48 hours before departure, with a card only in special circumstances.
- Enquiry
- presidential-aviation.com
PrivateJet.com
- Best for
- Pay-per-trip broker with instant online quotes
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can arrange on-demand charter flights with as little as four hours' notice.
- What it sells
- Miami-based on-demand charter broker and WYVERN Registered Broker selling pay-per-trip charter on 7,000+ aircraft, with instant online quotes and empty legs.
- Why choose them
- Says it requires operators to hold recognised third-party safety ratings such as ARGUS Gold or Platinum, Wyvern Wingman or IS-BAO registration. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review; Trustpilot: 4.5 out of 5 from 15 reviews, newest 14 October 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for an instant online quote from the charter cost calculator, or ask its 24/7 team.
- Not the fit if
- you want a jet card or membership: it says it sells pay-per-trip charter with no membership, jet card or ownership commitment.
- Enquiry
- privatejet.com/about-us
PVJets
- Best for
- Milan broker with guide prices
- How soon it can fly
- Says private jets can often be booked at short notice, including same-day or next-day departures when aircraft and crew are available.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker and private aviation advisor headquartered in Milan, Italy, that does not own or operate aircraft. It also sells empty-leg flights, group charter, helicopter transfers and The PVJets Club, a members-only flight-credit programme.
- Why choose them
- Says it sources from a network of over 3,600 aircraft worldwide.
- Ask for
- Ask an advisor for quotes to compare, then for the charter agreement to sign before you pay.
- Not the fit if
- you want a fixed price at quote stage: it says nothing on its site is an offer to contract and that fuel cost increases are charged on demand.
- Enquiry
- pvjets.com/contact-us
Ravello Jets
- Best for
- Priced empty legs, escrowed jet card funds
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can arrange flights with as little as a few hours' notice, depending on aircraft availability and routing. Its phone line is answered 24/7.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker under 14 CFR Part 295 and says it does not own aircraft. Sells on-demand charter, empty legs and the Ravello One Jet Card. Focus on North America, with no office address published.
- Why choose them
- Says every operating carrier must clear a five-point verification and that a team member with a commercial pilot certificate reviews every flight.
- Ask for
- Ask for the broker fee and carrier charge breakdown, which it says it discloses on request and for the operator name and tail number.
- Not the fit if
- you need a binding price at first quote: quotes are not binding until written booking confirmation and empty legs are non-refundable once paid.
ReserveJets
- Best for
- Broker with its own 21-aircraft group fleet
- How soon it can fly
- Says same-day charter is often available on its New York to Miami route, with as little as 4 hours notice for fleet aircraft.
- What it sells
- Charter broker that also sells jet cards, Premier and Elite memberships, fractional ownership and empty legs, with a group fleet of 21 aircraft flown by associated Part 135 carriers. Its home market is the United States.
- Why choose them
- Says its group fleet is 21 aircraft ranging from light jets to long-range, operated by associated Part 135 carriers.
- Ask for
- Ask for a fleet aircraft price, which it says is calculated by flight time and shown upfront before you book.
- Not the fit if
- you may cancel late: fleet cancellations more than 48 hours before departure get a full refund, while those within 48 hours may incur charges.
- Enquiry
- reservejets.com/contact
Sentient Jet
- Best for
- 25-hour jet cards with 12-month locked rates
- How soon it can fly
- Says international access within zones is guaranteed with 72 hours' notice.
- What it sells
- Sells the SJ25 and SJ25+ jet cards, flown by a network of certified operators, with press releases datelined Boston and a London office; it says it is now a Flexjet company.
- Why choose them
- Says it was founded in 1999 with the invention of the Jet Card. Google: 1.0 out of 5 from 3 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the SJ25 (Light) or SJ25+ (Mid, Super-Mid or Large Cabin) 25-hour jet card and for text-to-book access.
- Not the fit if
- you want one all-in rate: Fuel Surcharge and Federal Excise Tax apply on top of its base jet card rates.
SharpJets
- Best for
- Agent for one-way and multi-leg charters
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can book a flight within 3 hours of departure time.
- What it sells
- Is an agent in obtaining air charter services, a broker that does not own or operate aircraft. It says it needs no membership fees or jet cards.
- Why choose them
- Says it has access to over 50,000 aircraft globally.
- Ask for
- Ask for a quote for one-way, round-trip or multi-leg flights: it says it can book a flight within 3 hours of departure time.
- Not the fit if
- you want prices online: it publishes no prices or calculator and quotes by request.
Silverhawk Aviation
- Best for
- Midwest jet card and flat-rate empty legs
- How soon it can fly
- Says flights can sometimes be arranged on short notice and that some empty legs appear with 24 to 48 hours' notice. It says booking 15 days ahead gives the best selection and pricing.
- What it sells
- Says it operates its own fleet and sells private jet charter, a jet card (traditional and membership), fractional ownership (Silverhawk Shares) and empty-leg flights at flat rates. Based in Lincoln, Nebraska.
- Why choose them
- Says it holds a Gold Rating in the ARG/US rating system and is a registered member of Wyvern. Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 66 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Traditional Jet Card, Silverhawk Shares or the flat-rate empty-leg prices by aircraft and distance.
- Not the fit if
- you need a heavy jet: it says its fleet runs from turboprop to super mid-size.
- Published price
- Jet card base hourly rates from $2,325 to $7,800 depending on aircraft size and trip type (US dollars, 2026). The Traditional Jet Card starts with a $100,000 deposit. Read 10 November 2026.
SkyAccess
- Best for
- Whole-aircraft empty legs with live prices
- How soon it can fly
- Says many empty legs surface only days or hours ahead and Instant Book listings are confirmed and paid at checkout.
- What it sells
- Empty-leg marketplace and charter broker with 5,000+ one-way empty legs from 900+ operators; it does not operate aircraft and does not sell individual seats.
- Why choose them
- Says it has 5,000+ empty leg listings from 900+ certified charter operators globally. Trustpilot: 4.6 out of 5 from 44 reviews, newest 25 September 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a route alert on your route and for an Instant Book listing if you want to confirm and pay at checkout.
- Not the fit if
- you need a guaranteed flight: it says empty legs are not guaranteed availability and advises a standard full charter instead.
- Published price
- From $2,279 for a whole-aircraft empty leg to or from Turks & Caicos, listed 10 November 2026, before taxes and fees. Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- skyaccess.com
SkyBridge Jets
- Best for
- London-based broker quoting operator and all-in price
- How soon it can fly
- Handles short-notice and same-day requests and has a last-minute empty-leg deals guide. It gives no booking time in hours: urgent requests are best made by phone or WhatsApp.
- What it sells
- Is a private jet charter broker and arranger of flights, not an air carrier. It also lists an empty-leg marketplace and sells no memberships or jet cards. Its head office is in London, with offices in Dubai, New York and Geneva.
- Why choose them
- Says it typically answers quote requests in under 30 minutes, 24/7.
- Ask for
- Ask for options showing the operator, aircraft type, year and the all-in price, which it says it returns once your trip details are settled.
- Not the fit if
- you want a cheap late cancellation: typical charges are up to 50% of the charter cost 24 to 72 hours before departure and up to 100% under 24 hours.
- Enquiry
- skybridgejets.com/contact
Stratos Jets
- Best for
- ARGUS-certified broker with a two-pilot standard
- How soon it can fly
- Says its charter agents can arrange a flight with just four hours' notice and that its fastest response to date was 16 minutes from call to boarding.
- What it sells
- Is an independent air charter broker headquartered at Orlando Executive Airport in Florida, with satellite offices in Palm Beach, Los Angeles and Charleston. It says it does not own or operate aircraft and incorporated in 2007.
- Why choose them
- Says it requires two qualified pilots on every charter flight it arranges, even when an aircraft is certified for single-pilot operation.
- Ask for
- Ask for the reservation contract, which it says states whether the quote is fully all-inclusive or whether specific items may be billed later.
- Not the fit if
- you need fixed cancellation terms in advance: it says actual terms are aircraft-, operator- and trip-specific, set in the written agreement.
- Enquiry
- stratosjets.com/contact-us
Surf Air
- Best for
- Instant charter booking and scheduled regional flights
- How soon it can fly
- Says it handles same-day departures as well as bookings made weeks in advance.
- What it sells
- Charter platform (Surf On Demand Inc., part of Los Angeles-based Surf Air Mobility) that acts as a principal or ticket agent for private charter on 100+ aircraft types. The group also sells scheduled regional flights through Southern Airways Express and Mokulele Airlines.
- Why choose them
- Says it offers on-demand private charter flights on 100+ aircraft types through Surf On Demand. Google: 3.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews; Trustpilot: 2.9 out of 5 from 2 reviews, newest 22 April 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a custom quote through its quote tool, or browse its self-service marketplace.
- Not the fit if
- you want Surf On Demand to fly you itself: it says flights are operated by Southern Airways Express or independent third-party air carriers.
- Enquiry
- surfair.com/faqs
Tradewind Aviation
- Best for
- PC-12 seats and charter to Caribbean islands
- How soon it can fly
- Says Goodspeed cardholders have no lead time requirement, with availability on a first come first served basis.
- What it sells
- Part 135 operator of its own fleet of 35+ Pilatus PC-12s, headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut, selling scheduled single seats, private charter, the Goodspeed Card and ticket books and arranging other operators' jets for trips beyond the PC-12.
- Why choose them
- Says it operates a fleet of 35+ Pilatus PC-12s. Google: 4.4 out of 5 from 21 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for a single seat on its scheduled flights, a Goodspeed Card, or a ticket book starting at 10 tickets.
- Not the fit if
- you may cancel late: a Goodspeed flight cancelled within 24 hours is charged at 100%.
- Enquiry
- flytradewind.com/contact-us
UpLeg
- Best for
- Free US empty-leg board with whole-aircraft prices
- How soon it can fly
- Has a last-minute guide listing empty legs that can depart within the next 72 hours.
- What it sells
- Is an air charter broker under 14 CFR Part 295 and an empty-leg platform, with a board of empty legs from Part 135 operators plus quoted charters. It does not operate aircraft and sells no memberships, jet cards or shared seats.
- Why choose them
- Says its live board listed 2,527 empty legs on 10 November 2026, covering 67 cities.
- Ask for
- Ask for a free alert with your route and dates: it emails you when a matching leg posts.
- Not the fit if
- you want a seat on a shared flight or a flight between two foreign airports: it sells and lists neither.
- Enquiry
- flyupleg.com
Vaunt
- Best for
- Annual membership for one-way empty legs
- How soon it can fly
- Says flights are generally last minute: typically posted 1-5 days before departure, with waitlists closing 24 hours before departure.
- What it sells
- Is an annual membership platform and app selling one-way empty-leg flights through waitlists. Its terms call it an air charter broker acting as agent for operators, not an air carrier. Flights are continental US only and no office address is published.
- Why choose them
- Says its flight inventory is sourced from a nationwide network of vetted Part 135 charter operators. Trustpilot: 2.6 out of 5 from 5 reviews, newest 4 October 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the Vaunt app waitlists for one-way flights and for a private charter return if you need to get back.
- Not the fit if
- you need a flight you can count on: its terms say it does not guarantee availability and operators may cancel any flight at any time.
- Published price
- Annual membership $2,995, covering all flights and passengers for the year (November 2026). Read 10 November 2026.
- Enquiry
- flyvaunt.com/how-vaunt-works
Velocity Jets
- Best for
- Always-refundable 25-hour jet card
- How soon it can fly
- Says ad hoc requests are regularly filled inside two hours, subject to what the market has available that day.
- What it sells
- Boutique air charter broker that holds no air carrier operating certificate, selling a 25-hour pre-paid jet card and worldwide on-demand charter. Founded in 2005 and based in Boca Raton, Florida.
- Why choose them
- Says unflown jet card hours are always refundable and not converted to a credit or forfeited at an anniversary date.
- Ask for
- Ask for the 25-hour Velocity Jet Card, where 24 hours notice guarantees your rate and an aircraft.
- Not the fit if
- you want prices online: it says its site does not publish prices, rates or quotations and that they come from a person.
VistaJet
- Best for
- Global fleet with flight-hour membership
- How soon it can fly
- Says Program Members can book flights with as little as 24 hours' notice, with guaranteed aircraft availability.
- What it sells
- Sells a flight hour subscription called Program, the VJ25 low-frequency membership, a corporate membership and on demand charter, flying its own silver and red fleet. It is headquartered in Malta with offices in New York, London, Hong Kong and Dubai.
- Why choose them
- Google: 4.8 out of 5 from 25 reviews; Trustpilot: 2.2 out of 5 from 8 reviews, newest 14 August 2026. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask about its Program, a flight hour subscription with guaranteed availability at a fixed hourly rate, or VJ25 for lower-frequency flying.
- Not the fit if
- you fly fewer than 25 hours a year and want a membership: its VJ25 membership starts from 25 flight hours per year.
- Enquiry
- vistajet.com/en
WeloJets
- Best for
- Broker with own AOC and empty legs
- How soon it can fly
- Says it can arrange flights with as little as 2-4 hours' notice and that a flight can be ready less than an hour after confirmation if an aircraft is based at the departure airport.
- What it sells
- Says it operates primarily as a broker and also operates some aircraft under its own AOC. Sells charter and empty legs, from a head office in Madrid with offices in Buenos Aires and Miami.
- Why choose them
- Says it has access to 7,300+ aircraft across 352 models in 9 categories. Google: 5.0 out of 5 from 34 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask for the all-inclusive quote for the whole trip, positioning included and for an alert on your usual empty-leg routes.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book and pay instantly online: it is a channel to request quotes and prices may change until confirmation.
- Enquiry
- welojets.com/contact
Windrose Air
- Best for
- Short-notice European charter from Berlin
- How soon it can fly
- Says bookings often happen within a few hours, sometimes in as little as 90 minutes, with a 24/7 team.
- What it sells
- Operator selling private jet charter to the public and empty legs and managing aircraft for owners. Based at BER Airport, Schönefeld, in the Berlin area of Germany.
- Why choose them
- Says it operates from and to over 2,000 airports in Europe, especially smaller ones not served by commercial airlines.
- Ask for
- Ask for an empty leg, which it describes as an exclusive individual flight at greatly reduced rates.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book instantly online: you send a request by call or message and then receive a personalised quote.
XO
- Best for
- Instant booking, SLATE seats and refundable memberships
- How soon it can fly
- Recommends booking a private charter at least two hours ahead of time.
- What it sells
- Part 295 charter broker and marketplace that is part of Vista, selling whole-aircraft charter, deposit-based memberships, crowdfunded and shared seats, empty legs and SLATE shuttle seats; it does not own or operate aircraft.
- Why choose them
- Says its partner fleet of more than 2,000 aircraft is covered by a recurring safety audit process for all third-party operators.
- Ask for
- Ask for the XO app to book instantly, SLATE by-the-seat shuttle flights, or an XO Membership with a refundable deposit.
- Not the fit if
- you want to pay by PayPal or cryptocurrency: it says it accepts only wire, ACH or credit card.
- Enquiry
- flyxo.com/contact
Yond
- Best for
- Free app with estimates and broker quotes
- How soon it can fly
- Says most trips can be arranged within 24 to 48 hours and same-day departures are often possible, with a premium for last-minute trips.
- What it sells
- Is a technology marketplace and app that connects travellers with independent charter operators and brokers. It does not own or operate aircraft, charges no service fee and takes no commission. Its registered address is in Las Vegas, Nevada.
- Why choose them
- Says its catalogue lists 4,900+ aircraft from 760+ charter operators. Google: 4.6 out of 5 from 26 reviews. Read 10 November 2026.
- Ask for
- Ask in the app: send your request to independent charter brokers, who reply with quotes in the trip's chat.
- Not the fit if
- you want to book and pay in one place: nothing can be purchased in the app or online and any charter is contracted and paid directly with the operator or broker.
- Enquiry
- yond.com
How soon can they fly?
40 of the 76 companies give a time from booking to take-off; the list runs from the shortest. Each figure is the one the company itself gives; some apply only to members or card holders, so read the card.
- BLADE: 30 minutes
- Great Flight: 1 hour
- Windrose Air: 1.5 hours
- evoJets: 2 hours
- Hop-A-Jet: 2 hours
- Jet Linx: 2 hours
- JETVIP: 2 hours
- Presidential Aviation: 2 hours
- Velocity Jets: 2 hours
- WeloJets: 2 hours
- XO: 2 hours
- Air1 Jets: 3 hours
- Chapman Freeborn: 3 hours
- JetAlto: 3 hours
- JetCharter.com: 3 hours
- Jettly: 3 hours
- P3 Jets: 3 hours
- SharpJets: 3 hours
- Air Charter Advisors: 4 hours
- DesJets: 4 hours
- Fly Alliance: 4 hours
- Hogani Jets: 4 hours
- Icarus Jet: 4 hours
- Mercury Jets: 4 hours
- Paramount Business Jets: 4 hours
- PrivateJet.com: 4 hours
- ReserveJets: 4 hours
- Stratos Jets: 4 hours
- JetNine: 6 hours
- Flexjet: 10 hours
- Altessair: 24 hours
- Altivo Jets: 24 hours
- flyExclusive: 24 hours
- Magellan Jets: 24 hours
- VistaJet: 24 hours
- Yond: 24 hours
- Airly: 48 hours
- GlobeAir: 48 hours
- Hera Flight: 72 hours
- Sentient Jet: 72 hours
Which of these show a dated price on this page?
13 of the 76 cards show a published price, with its currency as the company writes it. Ask every company for a written quote with your dates, aircraft and what it includes.
- BlackJet
- EmpTleg
- Empty Leg Exclusive
- FastJets
- Flycraft
- flyExclusive
- Flyius
- Hogani Jets
- Jettly
- JETVIP
- Silverhawk Aviation
- SkyAccess
- Vaunt
Who to contact first
Start with the 16 companies on this page that show prices online and publish their cancellation terms, then add any other card that fits your route and dates.
- Airble
- Airly
- BLADE
- DesJets
- Elevate Jet
- EmptyJet
- Hera Flight
- JetNine
- Magellan Jets
- P3 Jets
- Paramount Business Jets
- Ravello Jets
- ReserveJets
- Silverhawk Aviation
- Tradewind Aviation
- UpLeg
What to ask each one to set out in writing:
- The total price in writing, line by line: the aircraft, fuel, crew, landing and handling fees, taxes (VAT or US Federal Excise Tax), de-icing and catering. Then which of these can change after you book.
- The operator's name, the aircraft's tail number, its operating certificate and any safety audit the operator holds (ARGUS, Wyvern or IS-BAO).
- How your money is held before the flight, the deposit and when the balance is due.
- The cancellation terms and what happens if the aircraft goes unserviceable or an empty leg is cancelled.
Last-minute private jet charter: the questions people ask
What should I ask a private jet company before booking?
The total price line by line and what can change it; the operator's name, the aircraft's tail number and its operating certificate; any safety audit it holds; how your money is held; the deposit and the cancellation terms.
Can I book with these companies directly?
Yes. Each card links the company's own website or enquiry page; ask for a written quote that lists what the price includes and the cancellation terms.
Do these companies all sell the same thing?
No. Some arrange charter on other operators' aircraft, some fly their own fleet, some sell jet cards, memberships, fractional shares, empty legs or single seats. Each card says what the company sells, so compare the cards before you ask for quotes.
Who actually flies the aircraft when I book through a broker?
An operator that holds its own operating certificate (FAA Part 135 in the United States, an air operator certificate in Europe and the UK). Ask the company for the operator's name and certificate before you pay.
Which of these have the most Google reviews?
FlyHouse, K9 Jets and Silverhawk Aviation, in that order. A count says how many people reviewed a company, not whether it fits your trip; each card gives the rating and count, read 10 November 2026.
Which of these publish their cancellation terms?
17 of the 76 publish their cancellation terms on their own websites. Ask each for the full terms in writing before you pay a deposit.
Which of these publish their licences or memberships?
58 of the 76 name an operating certificate, a licence or a membership on their own websites. Check each with the issuer before you book.
Where can I check these facts myself?
Each card links the pages of the company's own website its lines were read from, with the date they were read.
How were these companies chosen?
Each one is in the Uncompromised Travel private jet charter table, built from the private jet companies ChatGPT names most often. On its own website it states how soon it can fly after booking, or sells last-minute flights. A company is on the page because its published facts fit the question, never because it paid.
Is any company on this page paying to be here?
No. No company on this page is a partner of Uncompromised Travel; none paid to be on it.
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Built to answer the question in the main heading. What is shown: what each company published on its own website, read on 10 November 2026, with links to the pages read, with its Google and Trustpilot figures where the listing carries the company's own name, from the Uncompromised Travel private jet charter table. Cards are in alphabetical order. No company on this page is a partner of Uncompromised Travel. How this site earns · How we work.