Toronto to New York is the busiest cross-border business route in North America, and by private jet it becomes a genuine day-trip: 90 minutes wheels-up to wheels-down, US customs handled without terminal queues, and a Teterboro arrival 20 minutes from Midtown.
For Bay Street teams, the math is compelling — four executives on a light jet often costs less than four last-minute business-class fares, while turning a two-day trip with hotel stays into a single working day.
What it costs by aircraft category
Current market estimates for Toronto (YYZ) to New York (TEB), one way, including fuel and standard fees:
| Category | Typical aircraft | Hourly rate | Flight time | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop | Pilatus PC-12, King Air 350 | $2,000–$3,500/h | 1h 37m | $4,000 – $7,000 |
| Light Jet | Phenom 300, Citation CJ3+ | $3,500–$5,500/h | 1h 17m | $7,000 – $11,000 |
| Midsize Jet | Citation Latitude, Learjet 60XR | $5,500–$8,000/h | 1h 11m | $11,000 – $16,000 |
| Super-Midsize | Challenger 350, Citation X | $8,000–$10,000/h | 1h 09m | $16,000 – $20,000 |
| Heavy Jet | Gulfstream G650, Global 7500 | $10,000–$18,000/h | 1h 07m | $20,000 – $36,000 |
Which jet should you take?
Light jets are the standard: 90 minutes of flight time needs speed, not sprawl. Turboprops price attractively for smaller parties, adding about 30 minutes. Midsize jets appear when six or more travel with luggage, or when the return leg is same-day and cabin comfort earns its keep.
Airports and FBOs
Toronto Pearson (YYZ) hosts Skyservice and Signature FBOs; Billy Bishop (YTZ) is downtown but restricted for jets. Arrive into Teterboro (TEB) for Manhattan or Westchester (HPN) for Connecticut. US customs is cleared on arrival at the FBO — typically under 20 minutes.
When to fly — and how to pay less
Monday mornings southbound and Thursday/Friday evenings northbound are the business peaks. Winter de-icing at YYZ can add 20–40 minutes December–March; morning departures minimize it. Cross-border fees add roughly $800–1,500 — confirm they are itemized.
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Toronto to New York FAQ
How much is a private jet from Toronto to New York?
Roughly $8,000–13,000 on a light jet and from about $6,500 on a turboprop, one way, including cross-border fees. Midsize jets run $13,000–19,000.
How long is the flight?
About 1 hour 30 minutes on a light jet from Pearson to Teterboro — against 5+ hours door-to-door on a commercial connection once border formalities are counted.
How does customs work on a private flight?
You clear US Customs and Border Protection on arrival at the FBO — passports are pre-filed by the operator via eAPIS, and inspection at Teterboro usually takes under 20 minutes at the aircraft or FBO lounge.
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