Most of you are already familiar with our flagship product, the Flight Time Calculator. We continuously work to improve it, ensuring you get the most accurate flight time estimates.
Based on your numerous requests, we have developed a new tool – the Flight Cost Calculator, designed to provide an even more accurate and user-friendly way to estimate the cost of private jet flights.
Stay tuned for updates as we prepare to launch this innovative tool!
Calculating Flight Costs with the Aviapages Flight Cost Calculator: A Detailed Example
When planning a private jet flight, understanding the various cost components is crucial. The Aviapages Flight Cost Calculator provides an efficient way to estimate these expenses, considering multiple factors such as flight time, passenger numbers, catering, and additional fees.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of how to calculate the cost using the Aviapages tool. Additionally, each fee can be customized to suit your specific needs in the calculations.
1. Flight Time with Passengers
- Up to 1 hour: EUR 3,000
- Up to 3 hours: EUR 2,500/hour
- Over 3 hours: EUR 2,000/hour
Example Calculation: If the flight time is 4 hours:
- First 1 hour: EUR 3,000
- Next 2 hours: EUR 5,000 (2 * EUR 2,500)
- Final hour: EUR 2,000
Total Flight Time Cost: EUR 10,000
2. Additional Passenger Costs
For each passenger on board, add EUR 400. If the flight involves cabotage (domestic flights in another country), an additional EUR 300 per passenger is required.
Example Calculation:
- 4 passengers: EUR 1,600
- Cabotage: EUR 1,200
Total Passenger Cost: EUR 2,800
3. Catering Costs
If the flight exceeds 2 hours, catering is required at EUR 300 per passenger, though availability may vary by airport.
Example Calculation:
- 4 passengers: EUR 1,200
Total Catering Cost: EUR 1,200
4. Positioning Costs
For flights up to 1,000 km, the positioning cost is EUR 1,500. For distances over 1,000 km, the cost is EUR 800 per hour. If the positioning flight is within Austria, a 35% discount applies.
Example Calculation:
- Distance: 1,200 km, estimated at 1.5 hours
- Positioning Cost: EUR 1,200 (1.5 * EUR 800)
Total Positioning Cost: EUR 1,200
5. Additional Fees
- Switzerland Overflight: EUR 150/pax
- Crew Swap (for flights over 6 hours): EUR 500/day + 10% of total trip cost
- Startup, Takeoff, and Landing Fees: EUR 1,000 (Startup), EUR 500 (Takeoff), EUR 700 (Landing)
- Night Stop: EUR 400/day; if at base or within 3 nearby airports: EUR 150/day
- Fuel Stop: Discounted 30% if split into two flights
- Passenger Registration: EUR 400/pax
- Flights to Germany (if aircraft is older than 1999): Additional EUR 300 fee
- Luxury Tax for flights to Italy (up to 2,000 mi): EUR 500; over 2,000 mi: +5% per leg
- Flights from England to Egypt: +10% tax
- Seasonal Adjustment (May 10 - Aug 30 / Dec 10 - 31): +13%
- Late Booking Fees:
Less than 1 day: +70%
Less than 2 days: +40%
Less than 3 days: +25%
- Early Booking (over 3 months in advance, outside peak season): -20%
- Extended Layover (if more than 3 days between legs in Europe): Must return
- EU Passenger Tax: 10%; other countries: 5%
- Low Visibility at Samedan Airport: +EUR 2,000
- Baggage over 300 liters: +EUR 300 (Maximum 700 liters)
- Pets, Smokers, or Exotic Animals: +EUR 1,500
- Owner on Board: Fixed EUR 7,500 fee
6. Final Cost Adjustments
- Slot Fees: Based on individual airport pricing
- Atlantic Crossing: +EUR 2,000
- Maximum 9 legs per trip
- One Way: +30%
- Round Trip/Multileg: If the arrival airport matches the departure airport for the next trip in the schedule, a 15% discount applies. If not, calculate the base cost (e.g., LOWW).
- Parking Fees: Charged daily according to airport rates if parked for more than 2 days. After 2 days, add +5% to daily rates.
7. Example Final Cost Calculation
Let’s sum up the costs based on the provided factors:
- Flight Time Cost: EUR 10,000
- Passenger Cost: EUR 2,800
- Catering Cost: EUR 1,200
- Positioning Cost: EUR 1,200
- Additional Fees: EUR 7,500 (various fees including startup, takeoff, landing, and special considerations)
Total Base Cost: EUR 22,700
Adjustments: Seasonal adjustment (+13%), EU passenger tax (+10%), etc.
Final Estimated Cost: EUR 28,500 (example; actual costs may vary based on specific details and additional conditions).
Conclusion
The Aviapages Flight Cost Calculator allows users to input various parameters to generate a detailed and accurate estimate of flight costs. By considering factors like flight time, passenger numbers, and additional fees, users can better plan and budget for their private jet travels.
