Private jet from Buffalo to New York
We have seen 4 empty legs from Buffalo to New York, from US$ 5,390. A full charter is estimated at US$ 7,500–15,000. 245 nm, about 1h00 in the air.
- Distance
- 245 nm
- Flight time
- 1h00
- Typical empty leg, super-midsize jet
- US$ 7,990
- One-way charter, super-midsize jet
- US$ 15,000
Published flights
Empty legs seen on this route
- Flights seen
- 4
- Lowest price
- US$ 5,390
- Median price
- US$ 7,990
- Latest flight
- 23 Nov 2026
Earlier flights
| 23 Nov 2026 | Bombardier Challenger 300 | US$ 8,490 |
| 15 Oct 2026 | Cessna Citation Excel/XLS | US$ 5,390 |
Prices are for the whole aircraft, converted to US dollars. Data from the public listings jetvega tracks.
What a full charter costs
| Class | Time | Hour | Charter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop, 8 seats | 1h17 | US$ 2,800 | US$ 3,600–US$ 7,200 |
| Very light jet, 4 seats | 1h07 | US$ 3,600 | US$ 4,000–US$ 8,000 |
| Light jet, 7 seats | 1h00 | US$ 4,800 | US$ 4,800–US$ 9,600 |
| Midsize jet, 8 seats | 1h00 | US$ 6,000 | US$ 6,000–US$ 12,000 |
| Super-midsize jet, 9 seats | 1h00 | US$ 7,500 | US$ 7,500–US$ 15,000 |
An empty leg on this route had a median price of US$ 7,990, against US$ 15,000 for a full charter on a super-midsize jet: about 47% less.
An estimate, not an offer: flight hours at the typical speed of the class × the average hourly rate. The lower figure applies when the aircraft is already in town; the higher one includes the aircraft flying back empty, which is how a one-way trip is usually priced. Airport fees not included.
Airports in Buffalo
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport BUF0 km from the centre
- Niagara Falls International Airport IAG25 km from the centre
- Niagara District Airport YCM45 km from the centre
- Chautauqua County-Dunkirk Airport DKK67 km from the centre
Airports in New York
- Newark Liberty International Airport EWR0 km from the centre
- LaGuardia Airport LGA27 km from the centre
- John F. Kennedy International Airport JFK33 km from the centre
- Teterboro Airport TEB20 km from the centre
- Morristown Municipal Airport MMU24 km from the centre
Questions
How much is a private jet from Buffalo to New York?
A full charter runs about US$ 7,500–15,000 on a super-midsize jet (estimate). Empty legs on this route have been listed from US$ 5,390, with a median of US$ 7,990.
How long is the flight from Buffalo to New York?
It is 245 nautical miles (454 km): about 1h00 on a super-midsize jet, including take-off and landing.
Which aircraft fly Buffalo → New York?
Non-stop: turboprop (8 seats), very light jet (4 seats), light jet (7 seats), midsize jet (8 seats), super-midsize jet (9 seats). Seen on this route: Bombardier Challenger 300, Cessna Citation Excel/XLS, Embraer Phenom 300.
Are there empty legs from Buffalo to New York right now?
Yes, 2 listed now, from US$ 7,990. They are at the top of this page.
Which airports do the flights use?
In Buffalo: Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF), Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG), Niagara District Airport (YCM). In New York: Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), LaGuardia Airport (LGA), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Business jets often use smaller airports closer to where you are going.
What about the way back, New York to Buffalo?
The return route has its own page, with 4 empty legs seen. Asking for a round trip in one request is usually cheaper than two one-way flights.
What is an empty leg?
It is a flight with no passengers on board: after dropping off a client the aircraft returns to base or repositions for the next trip. The operator sells that leg at a discount rather than fly it empty.