Private Jet Charter to Nantucket | Island Executive Gateway

Fly Private to Nantucket

Nantucket is one of the busiest general aviation airports on the East Coast during peak summer, with private movements often outpacing commercial traffic on July and August weekends. For ParaFlight clients heading to the island, Nantucket Memorial Airport (KACK) is the only realistic option. There is no bridge, the ferry takes hours from Hyannis, and the alternative is a long drive to Cape Cod followed by a boat. KACK is purpose-built for private charter, with a dedicated FBO operation and the kind of throughput that makes summer Saturday arrivals workable.

Nantucket Memorial sits approximately 5 minutes from town and 10 to 15 minutes from Sconset, Madaket, and Cisco. The FBO offers private lounges, ramp-side vehicle access, and the kind of discretion that matters in a community where summer residents include CEOs, fund managers, and prominent families. During peak weekends, slot availability tightens significantly, so booking early is essential.

Beyond the airport choice, Nantucket rewards travellers who arrive without friction. A Friday afternoon transfer from Manhattan, a Saturday morning at the beach, an evening at Topper's, and a Sunday evening return to a Monday meeting all run on tight windows. Private charter is the only realistic way to make that work.

Why Nantucket?

• The KACK reality: Nantucket Memorial is the only viable executive gateway to the island. There is no alternative airport, no bridge, and the ferry is not a serious option for weekend trips. Private charter from the New York metro or Boston is the standard.
• Skip the ferry entirely: The Steamship Authority ferry from Hyannis takes over two hours, requires advance vehicle reservations months in advance, and adds a long drive to and from Cape Cod. A 35 minute charter from Teterboro avoids all of it.
• Peak season slot management: July and August weekends see KACK operating at general aviation capacity, with parking constraints and tight arrival windows. ParaFlight's team handles slot coordination and aircraft repositioning so your timing actually works.
• The full Nantucket experience: From the White Elephant in town to the Wauwinet on the harbor, Greydon House to The Nantucket Hotel, the island's most desirable rooms and tables are all within a short drive of KACK.
• A natural extension of New York and Boston: Nantucket pairs naturally with weekday meetings in New York or Boston and onward weekend trips to Martha's Vineyard or the Hamptons. ParaFlight builds the full multi-leg itinerary as one booking.

Airport Information for Nantucket

Nantucket is served by a single airport, but understanding its operating profile is important for planning.

For all practical purposes, KACK is the answer. Hyannis is only relevant if KACK is operationally constrained or if you are connecting to a private boat charter to the island.

Popular Routes To Nantucket

Nantucket runs almost entirely on summer charter traffic from the New York metro, Boston, and the Mid-Atlantic, with a steady stream of longer routes during peak weekends and event windows like the Nantucket Wine Festival and the Boston Pops on Nantucket. Here are the most common routes ParaFlight arranges:

Not seeing your route? Contact ParaFlight and we will source an aircraft for wherever you need to go.

Arrive in Style

For all ParaFlight clients heading to Nantucket, KACK is the arrival point. The airport handles a high concentration of summer weekend private movements, and the FBO operation reflects that scale. Private arrival lounges, ramp-side vehicle access, and the level of privacy that the island's most recognisable summer residents expect are all standard. Your car, whether a Range Rover, Mercedes Sprinter, or chauffeured SUV, meets you within metres of the aircraft steps.

From KACK, the drive into town runs approximately 5 minutes, with Sconset, Madaket, and Cisco all within 10 to 20 minutes. ParaFlight coordinates the full ground sequence including pre-arranged vehicles, security details, and onward boat charters from Nantucket Harbor to neighbouring islands or Cape Cod when itineraries call for it.

Suggested Aircraft

For charter to Nantucket, ParaFlight typically recommends Light Jets for short hops from New York and Boston; Midsize Jets for routes from Washington DC, Chicago, and Palm Beach; and Super Midsize Jets or Heavy Jets for transcontinental routes from Los Angeles and Aspen. KACK's runway accommodates aircraft up to and including most heavy jets, but parking constraints during peak weekends often mean repositioning legs are required. Our team handles that coordination.

Explore our full aircraft fleet or browse by category to find the right match for your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I arrange private jet charter to Nantucket?

Contact ParaFlight directly and our team will source the right aircraft for your group size, departure point, and schedule. We handle the aircraft, FBO coordination, ground transport, and any in-flight catering. Get in touch early during peak summer weekends when slot availability tightens.

Which aircraft types are recommended for Nantucket?

This depends on your departure point and group size. For short hops from the New York metro and Boston, Light Jets are ideal and most efficient given the short flight time. For transcontinental routes from the West Coast or longer East Coast routes from Florida, Midsize, Super Midsize, or Heavy Jets make more sense. Our team will advise on the best option for your specific trip when you get in touch.

How long is the flight to Nantucket from other major cities?

Flight times vary by aircraft and winds, but typical non-stop times are approximately: Boston 25 minutes, Teterboro 1 hour, Washington DC 1 hour 30 minutes, Palm Beach 2 hours 45 minutes, and Los Angeles 5 hours 15 minutes. Our team will confirm exact timings for your specific itinerary.

How much does it cost to charter a private jet to Nantucket?

Pricing depends on aircraft type, route, group size, and how far in advance you book. Peak summer weekends, particularly July 4th, the Nantucket Wine Festival, and August Saturdays, see the tightest availability. For an accurate quote tailored to your specific trip, request a charter and our team will respond same-day with options.

Are there parking or slot restrictions at Nantucket Memorial Airport?

Yes. During peak summer weekends, KACK operates near or at general aviation parking capacity, and many aircraft must reposition off-island after dropping passengers. ParaFlight's team handles all coordination including drop-and-go sequences, repositioning legs, and return slot booking. Get in touch early in your planning to lock in the right window.

Can ParaFlight coordinate ground transport and onward trips from Nantucket?

Yes. We arrange the full ground experience including chauffeured SUVs, executive Sprinters, and onward boat charters on request. For clients heading onward to Martha's Vineyard, the Hamptons, or back to New York for a Monday meeting, we build the multi-leg itinerary as a single booking with seamless transitions. Get in touch to discuss your itinerary.

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