Summary
- From 2020 to 2023, the United States saw a 23% increase in private jet flights.
- New Jersey ranks lowest with 106,129 movements last year, maintaining market share.
- Florida tops the list with 369,838 private jet flights in 2023, boasting nearly 12% of private traffic.
Private jet travel increased tremendously at the peak of the global pandemic. During uncertain times, elites utilized the flexible and convenient method of air travel. In the United States, private jet travel saw a 23% surge between 2020 and 2022.
That said, the number of private jet flights globally has declined slightly over the last year. Simple Flying has compiled a list of US states with the most private jet flights in 2023, highlighted byPrivateJetCardComparisons.com. All entries in the list recorded over 100,000 flights last year.
6 New Jersey
Private Aviation flights in 2023: 106k
| Year | Number of flights |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 105,659 |
| 2023 | 106,129 |
| Percentage difference | +0.4% |
| Percent share | 3.4% |
At the bottom of our list is New Jersey, which recorded 106,129 flights in 2023—about the same as the previous year, when there were 105,659 flights. The state has a market share of approximately 3.4%. Despite its size, as one of the most populous states, New Jersey is connected through several airports servicing private jet flights.
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Stratos Jets offers charter flights to many destinations, including Newark Liberty Airport and Atlantic City Airport. According toStratos Jets,
“With access to many city and regional airports, Stratos Jet Charters can help you plan New Jersey charter flights to just about any destination to the state. Our knowledgeable agents can help plan all the details. Whether you’re flying with a small group or with 200 good friends, we’ll find an aircraft suited to your needs. We can access more than 5,000 aircraft, including turbo-prop planes, light charter jets and charter airliners.”
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5 Colorado
Private Aviation flights in 2023: 110k
| Year | Number of flights |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 118,565 |
| 2023 | 110,205 |
| Percentage difference | -7.1% |
| Percent share | 3.5% |
Colorado is number five on our list of the states with the most private jet flights, with 110,205 flights in 2023. The state has seen a 7.1% drop since 2022, when it recorded 118,565 flights. The state has a market share of just over 3.5%.
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Boulder and Colorado Springs are some of the most popular places for business jet travel. Several airports offer the infrastructure for chartered flights. Popular charter companies, including NetJets, FlexJet, and Staros Jets, offer flights to many airports and smaller airfields for private travelers.
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4 Georgia
Private Aviation flights in 2023: 111k
| Year | Number of flights |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 116,049 |
| 2023 | 111,287 |
| Percentage difference | -4.1% |
| Percent share | 3.6% |
Georgia is one of the most popular states for private jet travel. The state’s geographical location, metropolitan value, and proximity to some of the largest businesses make it popular. In 2023, the state recorded 111,287 flights.
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Despite its popularity, Georgia has seen a 4.1% drop in flights since 2022, when it recorded 116,049. The state has a market share of approximately 3.6%. As the world’s busiest airport by passenger volume, Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL) handles a significant amount of private jet travel, not just commercial.
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3 California
Private Aviation flights in 2023: 278k
| Year | Number of flights |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 296,990 |
| 2023 | 278,338 |
| Percentage difference | -6.3% |
| Percent share | 8.9% |
Unsurprisingly, California, the West Coast giant, recorded more than twice as many private jet flights as Georgia, with 278,338 flights in 2023. This, however, is nearly a 6.3% decline compared to 296,990 flights in 2022. Overall, the state has a market share of just under 9%.
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California is home to some of the biggest celebrities, and, as a result, the state sees well over a quarter million private jet flights yearly. The state also boasts the competitive Informational Technology industry, where executives frequently use private jets for travel. Paramount Business Jets, evoJets, Strato Jets, and JSX, among others, offer private charter services to many airports across the state.
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2 Texas
Private Aviation flights in 2023: 310k
| Year | Number of flights |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 320,889 |
| 2023 | 309,947 |
| Percentage difference | -3.4% |
| Percent share | 9.9% |
The largest state in the continental United States takes the runner-up position on our list, with 309,947 flights in 2023. This is a fairly slight decline from the year before, when 320,889 flights were recorded in Texas. The state enjoys a market share of just under 10%.
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The hop-on FAA part 135 carrier JSX offers scheduled private jet flights to multiple airports in Texas, including Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Houston Hobby Airport (HOU). The carrier uses 30-seat aircraft and alternate terminals, offering many of the private aviation perks to scheduled passengers on its network.
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1 Florida
Private Aviation flights in 2023: 370k
| Year | Number of flights |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 389,482 |
| 2023 | 369,838 |
| Percentage difference | -5.0% |
| Percent share | 11.9% |
Topping our list is Florida, the state with the most private aviation flights in 2023. Florida recorded a whopping 369,838 private flights last year, though 5% below the number of flights in 2022 (389,482 flights). The Sunshine State has a market share of just under 12%.
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Several renowned private jet charter companies offer their services onboard a range of aircraft in Florida. Elite travelers also take flights from Florida to South American destinations and the Caribbean. Depending on the aircraft size, make, and model, private jet flights range anywhere between $3,500 and $18,000 per hour.
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