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Flight Fuel Cost Estimator Calculator

Flight Fuel Cost Estimator

Estimate fuel costs for a flight based on distance, aircraft type, and fuel price per gallon.

Formula

Total Fuel Cost = (Distance / Cruise Speed) x Burn Rate x Fuel Price; Cost Per Mile = Total Fuel Cost / Distance

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does jet fuel cost?
Jet-A fuel typically costs $5 to $8 per gallon at most FBOs, though prices vary by location and volume.
How much fuel does a private jet burn per hour?
Light jets burn about 100 to 200 gallons per hour, mid-size jets 200 to 300, and heavy jets 350 to 500+ gallons per hour.
What affects flight fuel costs the most?
Distance, aircraft size, headwinds, altitude, payload weight, and fuel prices at the departure airport all significantly impact fuel costs.

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