Best Jet Card Programs of 2024

Many jet card programs require thousands of dollars in membership fees or a six-figure nonrefundable deposit, so you could end up wasting a lot of money if you don’t make the right choice on your first try. To pick the program that makes the most sense for your situation, we recommend you take your time and choose carefully. Going through the following steps will help you accurately assess your needs, and select the program that matches them best:

Decide which features are most important to you

As mentioned above, the best jet card program for one user might not be the best option for another. For example, what kind of trips do you plan to take on private jets? If you only plan to use your jet card on relatively short domestic flights, then choosing a provider with turboprop or light jets will allow you to reduce the cost of your flight hours, as it generally costs more to fly on larger jets. On the other hand, if you want to cross oceans on international flights, you’ll need to look for a provider that offers super midsize or heavy jets.

In addition to a private jet company’s fleet, you should also consider which types of amenities they offer, such as workstations, lie-flat beds, flight attendants, catering, etc. If you’re interested in any of these services, it’s important to confirm that a provider you’re considering offers the above amenities before you move forward and make the final decision.

What to Consider Before Choosing a Jet Card Program

Consider the cost, company’s reputation, their safety standards, and their cancellation policy before choosing a jet card program. Additionally, you may want to inquire about what happens to expired funds or how readily available the company’s customer service specialists are.

One of the key benefits of using a jet card rather than chartering flights on demand is that it’s easier to plan for the cost of your travel, as most jet cards allow you to lock in flight hours at a fixed rate. That said, expenses such as membership fees, minimum deposits, and premium add-ons, insurance  can make it somewhat confusing to compare different jet card programs.

This guide will give you a good idea of how much the top 10 jet card programs would cost you. If you want the biggest jets and a variety of amenities, you’ll need to pay for one of the more expensive options. Otherwise, you can save money by reviewing the more affordable programs to see if they offer what you’re looking for. Several of these programs are customizable, which allows you to save even more money by not paying for services you don’t plan to use.

Ask for referrals

Whenever you’re making a large purchase, it’s always a good idea to get online and see how previous customers felt about the providers you’re considering. But unlike most businesses, such as retail stores and restaurants, it’s difficult to find public customer reviews for jet card programs. Do you know anyone who regularly uses private jets? If so, these personal connections can be an excellent alternative to customer reviews to learn more about the providers you should (or maybe shouldn’t) use.

Flexjet is one of the most trustworthy brands in the jet card industry, as they’ve been around for over two decades (the company was founded in 1995) and earned a strong reputation for reliable service.

Their Flexjet 25 jet card program allows you to lock in an affordable fixed rate for your flights. This rate will include most of the expenses involved with private jets, such as flight time and pilot’s fees, but you’ll also need to pay a federal excise tax of 7.5% and a fuel component adjustment to account for fluctuations in the cost of fuel. In addition to the inclusive pricing, another key benefit of this program is the availability — in most cases, you’ll be able to book your flight with as little as five days’ notice.

There are currently two aircraft options available in this program: the Phenom 300, a light jet, and the Challenger 300, a super midsize jet. Overall, Flexjet’s fleet includes 42 Phenom 300 jets and 72 Challenger 300 jets. The Phenom 300 accommodates seven passengers and has a maximum range of 1,971 nautical miles. The Challenger 300 is a great option for longer flights, as it has a maximum range of 3,100 nautical miles and allows you to seat eight passengers.

Membership costs	Requires a deposit for 25 flight hours Requires a deposit for 25 flight hours Requires a deposit for 25 flight hours Requires a deposit for 25 flight hours Requires a deposit for 25 flight hours
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	Dallas, Naples (Florida), Teterboro, Van Nuys, White Plains, Scottsdale, West Palm Beach, London
Available aircraft sizes	Light, Super Midsize
Jet ownership	Fractional, Lease
Pet policy	Pets are allowed in most cases
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Unaccompanied minors require written permission from parents

Jet Linx offers many useful benefits with their jet card program, including guaranteed availability, rates as low as $500 per hour for empty leg flights, and a wide selection of different aircraft to choose from.

What sets Jet Linx apart from the other providers in this guide is their particularly strict safety standards — with top-of-the-line risk management systems and rigorous pilot training procedures, they go far beyond the minimum FAA ( Federal Aviation Administration) requirements.

Membership costs	$25,000 one-time membership fee, plus a nonrefundable deposit of at least $250,000
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	Atlanta, Miami, Austin, Minneapolis, Boca Raton, Nashville, Boston, New York, Chicago, Omaha, Dallas, San Antonio, Denver, Scottsdale, Detroit, St. Louis, Fort Worth, Tulsa, Houston, Indianapolis, and Washington, D.C.
Available aircraft sizes	Light, Midsize, Super Midsize, Heavy
Jet ownership	Owned
Pet policy	Pets are allowed
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Minors at least 5 years old can fly alone on day trips, but must be accompanied on overnight trips

Magellan Jets gives you 10 different aircraft models to choose from with their jet card program. These options range from light jets such as the Citation CJ3 (hourly rate of $6,950) to heavy jets like the Gulfstream G450 (hourly rate of $14,500).

This program is highly customizable. After selecting your aircraft, you’ll be able to purchase 25, 50, or 100 flight hours at a fixed rate. You can also add extras to your jet card plan such as a dedicated flight attendant, premium catering, or carbon offsets.

Membership costs	Entry-level membership requires $10,500 initial investment and $6,500 annual dues
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	Aspen, Maui, Montana, Nantucket, Boston, Palm Beach
Available aircraft sizes	Light, Midsize, Super Midsize, Heavy
Jet ownership	Broker
Pet policy	Pets are allowed
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Not listed

Private Jet Services gives you more aircraft options than most other jet cards, as you can access all-inclusive fixed rates for dozens of different jets through their membership program. While there is a minimum deposit required, Private Jet Services won’t charge you any membership fees, and the funds in your account will never expire.

They also offer an upgrade to their standard membership with the Transatlantic Travel Program, which includes fixed rates, a 15% round trip discount, and guaranteed availability for flights between the U.S. and Europe.

Membership costs	Requires minimum deposit of $150,000
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	Mexico, Royal Island, Dominican Republic
Available aircraft sizes	Light, Midsize, Super Midsize, Heavy
Jet ownership	Broker
Pet policy	Pets are allowed
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Not listed

AeroVanti only offers one aircraft option — the Piaggio P.180 Avanti. While technically a turboprop, the Avanti’s top speed of 462 mph makes it as fast as most light jets. The Avanti is known for providing a particularly quiet and smooth flight experience as well.

If affordability is your top priority, this should be the first provider you consider. AeroVanti’s membership fees are relatively low, and they also charge less for flights compared with most other jet card providers.

Membership costs	Individual: $1,000; Family: $1,500; Corporate: $2,500
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	Not listed
Available aircraft sizes	Turboprop
Jet ownership	Broker
Pet policy	Pets are allowed
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Not listed

Airshare has a unique pricing structure for their jet card program — rather than making you load your card with a certain number of flight hours upfront, this jet card only requires you to pay membership fees in advance. You’ll then have access to 10 travel days of your choice over a period of two years. On these days, you’ll need to pay an hourly rate (this includes fuel, maintenance, and crew expenses) to use one of their jets.

There are two aircraft options available with this jet card: the Phenom 100 and the Phenom 300. The Phenom 100 can travel up to two hours and seat up to four passengers, while the Phenom 300 can travel up to four hours and seat up to eight passengers.

Membership costs	Not listed
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	United States, Mexico, Caribbean
Available aircraft sizes	Light
Jet ownership	Fractional
Pet policy	Not listed
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Not listed

With flyExclusive’s jet card program, you can choose from a selection of light, midsize, and super midsize aircraft. In addition to flights within the United States, they offer international travel to many destinations as well.

Where flyExclusive really stands out compared to your other options is their member services, which can help you with trip planning, ground transportation, catering selections, and any special requests.

Membership costs	$1,000 monthly membership fee, plus a minimum deposit of $75,000
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	North America, South America, Europe, Asia
Available aircraft sizes	Light, Midsize, Super Midsize
Jet ownership	Owned
Pet policy	Pets are allowed in the aircraft cabin, but not in the hold
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Not listed

Jet Edge’s Reserve Membership Program provides you with access to their AdvantEdge fleet, which includes models such as the Challenger 300 (seats up to eight passengers and has a maximum range of 3,300 nautical miles), Challenger 605 (up to 10 passengers and 4,000 nautical miles), and Gulfstream G450 (up to 13 passengers and 4,300 nautical miles).

There are three tiers available in this program: Red, Silver, and Black. The Red tier requires a minimum deposit of $100,000, which is fully refundable and never expires and includes digital trip confirmation, high-speed domestic Wi-Fi, and a 10% empty leg discount. The Silver tier requires a minimum deposit of $250,000 and includes a 25% empty leg discount, while the Black tier requires a minimum deposit of $500,000 and includes a 50% empty leg discount. With these discounts, Jet Edge is a great option for anyone willing to plan their travel schedule around reduced-rate empty leg flights.

Membership costs	Requires minimum deposit of $100,000 – $500,000
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Dynamic
Available flight locations	Worldwide
Available aircraft sizes	Super Midsize, Heavy
Jet ownership	Owned
Pet policy	Subject to the approval of the third-party charter operator
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Unaccompanied minors require written permission from parents

Like Jet Edge, Nicholas Air offers three tiers in their jet card program: Blue, Rise, and Lite. The Blue jet card is based on pre-purchase hours (15, 30, 60, or 100 hours), while the Rise and Lite cards are based on deposits (both require a minimum deposit of $200,000). The Lite card has the best hourly rates, but it’s more restrictive in terms of scheduling and aircraft availability.

Also, unlike most other jet card programs, it’s worth noting that Nicholas Air allows you to pay for your flights with cryptocurrency. Specifically, they accept bitcoin, bitcoin cash, ethereum, and litecoin.

Membership costs	Requires purchase of at least 15 flight hours or  minimum deposit of $200,000
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	Operates at over 9,000 airports across the U.S. and many more in Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean
Available aircraft sizes	Light, Midsize, Super Midsize
Jet ownership	Owned
Pet policy	Pets are allowed
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Not listed

Outlier Jets is an excellent option for anyone who plans to use their jet card during the holidays. Many jet card programs will charge you extra for flight hours used on “peak days” such as the days leading up to Thanksgiving and Christmas. This is one of the few jet cards that will not penalize you with a peak day surcharge.

There are other benefits to using this program — your flight hours are refundable and never expire, and there are no membership fees outside of the fixed rate for flight hours. Currently, this rate ranges from $7,350 per hour for light jets to $13,550 per hour for heavy jets.

Membership costs	None
Fixed or dynamic pricing	Fixed
Available flight locations	Not listed
Available aircraft sizes	Light, Midsize, Super Midsize, Heavy
Jet ownership	Broker
Pet policy	Not listed
Minimum age for unaccompanied minors	Not listed