Private jet charter from New York to Nantucket. 48 min flight time, starting at $5,500/hour.

A private jet charter from New York to Nantucket takes approximately 48 min and covers 210 miles, with estimated costs ranging from $4,400 on a Citation Light Jet to $10,400 on a Gulfstream G-IVSP. Depart from TEB with as little as 4 hours notice.
New York to Nantucket is a 50-minute flight that replaces what would otherwise be a half-day odyssey. The island sits 30 miles off Cape Cod, and without a private jet, getting there from Manhattan means driving to Hyannis (4-5 hours) and catching a ferry (another 2+ hours), or connecting through Boston on limited commercial service. Private aviation turns Nantucket into a practical weekend destination instead of a logistical commitment. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, this route hums with families heading to shingled cottages, founders escaping for long weekends, and hosts preparing for house parties on Surfside Beach. Friday afternoon departures from Teterboro peak around 3-4 PM; Sunday returns cluster in the early evening.
At 50 minutes, this is barely a flight — more like a shortcut through the sky. You climb out over Long Island Sound, cross Connecticut and Rhode Island at altitude, and begin your descent over Cape Cod. The island appears off the nose, gray and green against the Atlantic. A light jet is all you need, and the cabin is comfortable enough to open a laptop or simply watch New England pass below.
Friday afternoon departure for a summer weekend
via JFK
Very limited commercial service. Most travelers drive to Hyannis + ferry: 6+ hours total.
via TEB
ACK is minutes from Nantucket town center
The financial capital of the world, New York City is home to Wall Street, Fortune 500 headquarters, world-class dining, and iconic cultural institutions. From high-stakes boardroom meetings in Midtown to Broadway shows and gallery openings, New York attracts executives, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers year-round.
Nantucket is New England's ultimate island escape—30 miles off Cape Cod, a world away from the mainland. Cobblestone streets, gray-shingled cottages, and pristine beaches attract old-money families and new-money founders seeking unplugged luxury.
There is no practical commercial option from New York to Nantucket. The few commercial flights that exist require connections through Boston and are weather-dependent. The ferry requires driving to Cape Cod first. A private jet takes 50 minutes from Teterboro to Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK), door-to-door in under 2 hours. You leave your Manhattan office at 3 PM on a Friday and you're on the island by 5. That's the only way this route works as a weekend trip.
Peak season: Memorial Day to Labor Day
Light jets are ideal for this short hop. Nantucket Memorial (ACK) has a runway over 6,300 feet, accommodating most light and midsize jets.
Teterboro
~7 mi from New York center
Fastest option from Manhattan. Westchester (HPN) also works well for northern suburb residents.
FBOs
Signature Flight Support, Jet Aviation
Westchester County
~26 mi from New York center
FBOs
Million Air, Signature Flight Support
La Guardia
~6 mi from New York center
John F Kennedy Intl
~14 mi from New York center
Newark Liberty Intl
~11 mi from New York center
Nantucket Memorial
~3 mi from Nantucket center
Nantucket Memorial is the only airport on the island and handles private aircraft well.
FBOs
Nantucket Memorial Airport FBO, Rectrix Aviation
Martha's Vineyard
~28 mi from Nantucket center
Cape Cod Gateway
~28 mi from Nantucket center
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A private jet flight from New York to Nantucket takes approximately 48 min depending on aircraft type. Light jets average 0.8 hours, while long-range jets can complete the journey in 0.7 hours.
Based on ReserveJets fleet availability, estimated charter costs for New York to Nantucket range from $4,400 on a Citation Light Jet to $10,400 on a Gulfstream G-IVSP for the 48 min flight. Final pricing depends on aircraft type, date, and positioning.
For New York, popular private jet airports include TEB, HPN, LGA. In Nantucket, private jets commonly use ACK, MVY, HYA. These airports offer FBO services with private terminals, expedited security, and premium amenities.
Yes, same-day charter is often available on this route. ReserveJets offers 24/7 booking with as little as 4 hours notice for our fleet aircraft. Availability depends on aircraft positioning, but this is a popular route with frequent options.
Peak season: Memorial Day to Labor Day This route is popular for summer escapes, long weekends, island life.
On short routes, private aviation saves the most time proportionally. With commercial, you spend more time in the terminal than in the air. A private charter eliminates 3-4 hours of airport overhead — TSA lines, boarding, baggage claim, ground transport — turning a half-day ordeal into a quick door-to-door trip.
Private jets offer significantly more luggage flexibility than commercial flights. Most light and midsize jets accommodate golf clubs, skis, surfboards, and oversized bags. Your charter advisor will confirm luggage capacity for your specific aircraft, as island-serving aircraft may have different configurations.
No — private jets depart from Fixed Base Operators (FBOs), not commercial terminals. There are no TSA lines, no metal detectors, and no removing shoes. You arrive at the FBO, walk directly to your aircraft, and board. The entire process typically takes under 15 minutes from car to cabin.
Private jets offer significantly more luggage flexibility than commercial flights. Most light jets accommodate 6-8 bags plus golf clubs or ski equipment. Midsize and heavy jets have even more cargo space. There are no checked baggage fees, no weight limits at the counter, and your bags are loaded directly — no carousel wait on arrival.
Yes — pets fly in the cabin with you on private charters, not in cargo. There are no breed or size restrictions, no carrier requirements for the cabin, and no additional pet fees. Your dog or cat sits with you the entire flight. For this route, just let your charter advisor know so the crew can prepare.
Summer weekends are the busiest period for this route. Aircraft availability can be tight on Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings. We recommend booking at least a week ahead for peak summer weekends, though midweek flights typically have good availability.
Island weather — particularly fog — can delay flights to ACK, especially in June and early July. If conditions don't clear, your crew may hold at the departure airport or suggest a temporary diversion to Hyannis (HYA) on the mainland, about a 30-minute ferry ride from Nantucket.
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