The Top 10 Private Jet Charter Companies Worldwide
Descriptions
Despite being once viewed as a luxury that only the wealthy and famous could afford, the demand for private jet charters has steadily grown in recent years as the private aviation industry has become more accessible worldwide. With the need for full- or even partial ownership disregarded, charter companies have various payment and membership plans.
With so many different private jet charters, choosing the right company that suits every specific need while still ensuring it is safe and within budget can be tricky for first-timers and those unfamiliar with the industry. So we've compiled a list of the top 10 private jet charters for easy reference, in no particular order.
1 Wheels Up
Frequent flyers with Delta Air Lines might have probably heard of Wheels Up, well-known for being a provider of on-demand private aviation within the US and considered one of the world's largest private aviation companies. The company uses a membership and on-demand business model, allowing members to book short-and-medium range private charter flights at an all-inclusive hourly rate.
Photo: WHEELS UP
Besides its fleet of over 1,500 aircraft and user-friendly booking system, Wheels Up serves a significant advantage due to its partnership with Delta Air Lines. This allows for benefits such as discounts on commercial flights with the Atlanta-based carrier and even the ability to earn Delta SkyMiles on any booked private jet flights with Wheels Up.
2 Villiers Jets
Based in London, Villiers Jets has been consistently awarded for being one of the top luxury private jet charters worldwide. Membership is free and private jets can be chartered anytime and anywhere via messages to a dedicated agent on a member-exclusive number, with flights becoming available within two hours of booking confirmation.
The company also offers real-time quotes via direct operator pricing and boasts over 10,000 flights to some 40,000 locations worldwide via the broadest network of private jets available. Every flight booked with Villiers Jets allows members to earn JetClub points that can be accumulated and redeemed for exclusive offers and discounts.
3 Jet Linx
Founded in 1999, Jet Linx is one of the older private jet charter companies that continues to see success. With access to an estimated 800 aircraft and over 5,000 global airports, the company takes pride in conveniently offering its customers plenty of options to cross domestic, regional, and international waters safely.
Photo: Jet Linx
Jet Linx also has private terminals worldwide, alongside partnerships with over 35 luxury partners to ensure exclusive services and items to every customer. The company has a jet card membership option, which guarantees private jet availability and an hourly rate for members, disregarding the need for any ownership.
4 Private Jet Finder
True to its namesake, this Irish private jet charter is often sworn by several top Chief Executive Officers and business executives due to how easily and quickly it helps them find the private jet of their choice. Compared to global competition, Private Jet Finder can get its customers flying within 90 minutes of booking confirmation, one of the fastest in terms of jet availability.
The company also boasts a wide range of aircraft available from light to medium and large private jets and has a global network of approximately 1,000 qualified flight operators across 170 countries. Customers also have a choice to access over 5,000 airports and can trust the company's promise of safety as each operator has at least 20 years of vetted aviation experience.
5 VistaJet
Based in Malta, VistaJet attracts an international appeal with its own fleet of over 360 private jets operating in over 187 countries. Customers are also spoilt with at least one flight attendant and two cockpit pilots for each flight, and if necessary, an additional crew can be provided. Top-notch wine options and delicious catering from top chefs and restaurants are always available.
Photo: VistaJet
The company also provides private jets for medical purposes. Using the Jet Card membership program, VistaJet offers the VistaJet Program for frequent fliers as it has a flight-hour subscription plan with guaranteed access and the VistaJet Direct for less frequent fliers, allowing for charters and access to empty legs.
6 Stratos Jet Charters
Known for its expertise and exceptional service, this company has been in business for over a decade and continues to improve yearly. With a global network of loyal clientele, Stratos Jet Charters' reliable reputation speaks for itself. All aircraft operators are constantly screened for assured quality.
And safety checks are carried out before every flight. The company has a membership model with different tiers, where members enjoy guaranteed per-hour rates and flight availability after 72 hours and have access to a great variety of private jets to a broader range of destinations worldwide.
7 XO
Formerly known as XOJET Aviation, this company is one of the most flexible on-demand private jet charter global companies. Its fleet houses more than 180-owned private jets and an expansive network of over 2,100 aircraft worldwide for extensive global coverage and guaranteed access on off-peak and peak periods. A mobile repair team is always on-the-go for seamless maintenance services.
Photo: XO
Complimentary aircraft upgrades are usually available, so customers can be pretty spoilt when flying with XO. It also has a fixed-price membership program with different tiers for the utmost convenience to its customers, including exclusive brand partner benefits and priority boarding. Booking is also made easy through the website and mobile application.
8 NetJets
Founded in 1964, this company is one of the world's largest private jet charter companies, specializing in fractional ownership and private jet cards and leases. Customers who prefer fractional ownership will benefit from owning a private jet without all the troubles and maintenance and can get guaranteed availability within four to six hours.
Customers who prefer not having such a significant financial commitment can instead opt for the NetJets Lease program or the flexible jet card program and still have unlimited on-demand access to the company's expansive fleet of over 700 light to long-range private jets to bring them to over 5,000 airports across more than 200 countries.
9 PrivateFly
Based in the UK, this leading and highly-flexible private jet charter offers guaranteed access to more than 7,000 light and ultra-long-range private jets to provide flight services between any global airport across the US and Europe. PrivateFly also offers private helicopter charters and pet flights, making it the preferred choice for nearly all types of customers.
Photo: PrivateFly
The company recently launched its jet card program to give customers a highly-personalized service with fixed-hourly rates and preferred booking terms. Cardholders will have access to handpicked aircraft and a personal account manager who is always on hand to ensure every detail of the flight journey is taken care of.
10 JSX
Although JSX is still relatively new to the private aviation industry with far fewer routes and aircraft than other companies in this list, the air carrier earned its spot for its slightly more affordable prices. The company is updating its pet policy from July 10th to allow medium to large dogs to travel in the cabin, as long as a seat for them is purchased. Smaller dogs and cats in carriers can travel under seat for a fare that the firm says is 'equal or less than that of network airlines.' JSX is providing more amenities for pets, too, as it told Simple Flying,
For all dogs and cats traveling on JSX on or after July 10th, amenities will begin rolling out to most JSX locations and include pet food and snacks in our lounges, leashes, and carriers to borrow, custom pet swag, dedicated pet relief and waste facilities, and a donation to Vanderpump Dogs, a 501(c)3 charity by superstar Lisa Vanderpump that helps dogs in need around the world.
And like Wheels Up's partnership with Delta Air Lines, this hop-on private jet service provider partners with United Airlines, allowing customers to earn United MileagePlus miles on every flight booked, as well as JetBlue for TrueBlue points. Booking a service or flight is also relatively easy and convenient through the company's website or mobile application.
Have you flown with any of these companies before? Let us know in the comments below.
Add a review