New Orleans Private Jet Charter
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New Orleans private jet charter. Wholesale rates. No broker markup.
New Orleans is one of the Gulf South's busiest private aviation markets, fueled by the energy industry, a world-famous convention and event calendar, and its role as a cultural destination that draws millions of visitors annually. FlyRoving members pay wholesale operator rates, covered under a flat $349/month membership.
Why New Orleans is an active private aviation market
New Orleans generates private jet traffic from three distinct sources: the offshore energy industry operating in the Gulf of Mexico, a convention and event calendar anchored by Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, the Sugar Bowl, and the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and a tourism economy that makes it one of the most visited cities in the United States. For executives, event travelers, and groups chartering a private jet from New Orleans, the cost of broker markup on every flight adds up quickly. FlyRoving eliminates it.
New Orleans private jet airports
| Code | Airport | Runway | FBOs | Best For |
| MSY | Louis Armstrong New Orleans International | 10,104ft | Signature Flight Support | All jet types, international capability, Kenner, Metairie, west access |
| NEW | New Orleans Lakefront Airport | 6,879ft | Flightline First, Odyssey Aviation, Signature, Skyborne | Closest to French Quarter and downtown (5 miles), preferred for light and midsize jets, art deco terminal |
Lakefront Airport (NEW) is the preferred private aviation airport for most travelers. It is 5 miles from the French Quarter compared to 15 miles from MSY, and its dedicated general aviation focus means faster turnarounds. For heavy jets and international departures, MSY's 10,104ft runway and customs facilities are required.
What does a private jet charter from New Orleans cost?
The price for a private jet from New Orleans depends on your destination, aircraft size, and availability. All broker quotes include a 15–30% margin above the operator's rate. FlyRoving members pay the operator rate directly.
Turboprop (PC-12, King Air 350) Seats: 6–9 · Cabin height: 4.8ft · Cabin width: 5.0ft · Baggage: 40 cu ft Hourly rate: $3,000–$4,500 · Range: 300–1,000 miles · No fuel stops within range Best for: Houston, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Destin, regional Gulf Coast routes
Very Light Jet (Phenom 100, Citation M2) Seats: 4–5 · Cabin height: 4.8ft · Cabin width: 5.1ft · Baggage: 37 cu ft Hourly rate: $4,750–$5,300 · Range: 500–1,100 miles · No fuel stops to most southern destinations Best for: Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, short-haul under 2 hours
Light Jet (Citation CJ3, Phenom 300) Seats: 6–8 · Cabin height: 4.8ft · Cabin width: 4.9ft · Baggage: 66 cu ft Hourly rate: $6,000–$8,300 · Range: 1,000–2,000 miles · No fuel stops to most US destinations Best for: Using a light jet New Orleans to Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Miami, Denver
Midsize Jet (Hawker 800XP, Citation XLS) Seats: 7–9 · Cabin height: 5.7ft · Cabin width: 5.9ft · Baggage: 71 cu ft Hourly rate: $8,300–$10,500 · Range: 2,000–3,000 miles · No fuel stops coast to coast Best for: Using a midsize jet New Orleans to New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco
Super Midsize Jet (Challenger 350, Citation X) Seats: 8–10 · Cabin height: 6.0ft · Cabin width: 6.2ft · Baggage: 100 cu ft · Stand-up cabin Hourly rate: $11,100–$12,500 · Range: 3,000–4,000 miles · Nonstop coast to coast Best for: New York, LA, Seattle, working teams needing a full stand-up cabin
Heavy Jet (Gulfstream GIV, Challenger 604) Seats: 10–14 · Cabin height: 6.1ft · Cabin width: 7.3ft · Baggage: 169 cu ft · Lie-flat capable Hourly rate: $12,500–$15,500 · Range: 4,000+ miles · Nonstop transcontinental, Caribbean, international Best for: Large groups, international, maximum comfort and range
Popular private jet routes from New Orleans
| Destination | Flight Time | One-Way From | Best Aircraft | Fuel Stops |
| Houston (HOU) | ~45 min | $4,500 | Turboprop or light jet | None |
| Dallas (DAL) | ~1.2h | $6,500 | Light jet | None |
| Austin (AUS) | ~1.2h | $6,500 | Light jet | None |
| Miami (OPF) | ~1.5h | $10,000 | Light to midsize jet | None |
| Atlanta (PDK | ~1.2h | $8,000 | Light jet | None |
| Destin (DTS) | ~40 min | $3,500 | Turboprop | None |
| Cabo San Lucas (SJD) | ~3h | $18,000 | Midsize jet | None |
Membership callout: The cost of a private jet charter from New Orleans includes a 15–30% broker margin you never see itemized. FlyRoving members pay $349/month and access wholesale operator rates on every route.
FBOs at New Orleans airports
Lakefront Airport (NEW)
| FBO | Phone | Address |
| Flightline First | (504) 241-9400 | (504) 241-9400(504) 241-9400(504) 241-9400 |
| Odyssey Aviation | 504) 305-8499 | 6101 Stars and Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126 |
| Signature Flight Support | (504) 245-3869 | 6500 Stars and Stripes Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70126 |
| Skyborne Aviation | (504) 272-0825 | Lakefront Airport, New Orleans, LA 70126 |
| FBO | Phone | Address |
| Signature Flight Support | (504) 464-0381 | 101 Stars and Stripes Blvd, Kenner, LA 70062 |
Luxury hotels in New Orleans
| Hotel | Address | Website |
| The Windsor Court Hotel | 300 Gravier St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | windsorcourthotel.com |
| Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans | 2cCanal St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | fourseasons.com/neworleans |
| The Ritz-Carlton New Orleans | 921 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70112 | ritzcarlton.com/neworleans |
| Hotel Monteleone | 214 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | hotelmonteleone.com |
| The Roosevelt New Orleans | 130 Roosevelt Way, New Orleans, LA 70112 | therooseveltneworleans.com |
Who charters private jets from New Orleans?
Offshore energy executives, The Gulf of Mexico's offshore oil and gas industry is headquartered across South Louisiana. Executives and field managers charter private jets from New Orleans to Houston, Houma, and Lafayette on operational timelines.
Convention and event travelers, The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center generates massive charter demand during major events. Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, the Sugar Bowl, Essence Festival, and the NBA All-Star Game (when hosted) create peak-week traffic spikes.
Entertainment and hospitality professionals, New Orleans' hotel, restaurant, and entertainment ecosystem attracts ownership groups and management companies from New York, Dallas, and Miami.
Legal and financial professionals, New Orleans' federal court system and financial services community generate travel to Houston, Dallas, and Washington DC.
Why FlyRoving members fly from New Orleans for less
Every broker adds 15–30% margin. For an energy executive chartering a private jet from New Orleans to Houston biweekly, the broker margin on a turboprop runs $675–$1,350 per leg, or $16,200–$32,400 per year.
FlyRoving members pay none of it. $349/month. Wholesale rates.
| Ad-hoc charter broker | FlyRoving membership | |
| Pricing structure | Wholesale + 15–30% markup | Wholesale rate, no markup |
| Broker margin per leg | Yes, built into every quote | None |
| Transparency | Markup never disclosed | You see the operator rate |
| Monthly cost | $0 upfront, markup every trip | $349/mo, zero markup |
| Break-even vs. broker | Never | First leg of the first trip |
| Support | Transactional per booking | Dedicated concierge |
Ready to fly in and out of New Orleans?
FlyRoving was built for the executives, entrepreneurs, and frequent flyers who travel in and out of New Orleans as a regular part of running businesses, attending major events, and balancing life between multiple cities—without the need to overpay broker margins on every flight.
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