ERJ 135 Charter Cost Breakdown
The Embraer ERJ 135 is a Regional Jet aircraft seating 37 passengers with a cruise speed of 470 kt and 1,750 NM range. Charter rates for the ERJ 135 fall between $5,000 and $9,000 per flight hour.
Your total trip cost depends on flight time, positioning, airport fees, and applicable taxes. The hourly rate covers the aircraft, crew, and fuel for your mission.
What's Included in the Price
Included in Hourly Rate
- Aircraft and professional crew (2 pilots)
- Fuel for your route
- Standard insurance coverage
- Basic cabin provisions (water, snacks)
Additional Costs (Billed Separately)
- Federal Excise Tax (FET): 7.5% on domestic US flights
- Positioning fee: If the aircraft must fly to your departure airport
- Landing & ramp fees: Vary by airport ($100–$1,000+)
- Crew overnight: $400–$800 per night if applicable
- Catering: $200–$2,000+ depending on request
- De-icing: $500–$3,000 in winter months
Sample Trip Costs on the ERJ 135
Estimated total costs based on average ERJ 135 charter rates. Actual pricing varies by operator and availability.
| Route | Flight Time | Est. Cost | Airports |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York → Miami | 2.8h | $19,600 | TEB→MIA |
| Los Angeles → Las Vegas | 1h | $7,000 | VNY→LAS |
| Chicago → Dallas | 2.3h | $16,100 | PWK→ADS |
| New York → Los Angeles | 5.2h | $36,400 | TEB→VNY |
| Miami → Bahamas | 0.8h | $5,600 | OPF→NAS |
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questions about charter costs
A Embraer ERJ 135 charters at approximately $5,000–$9,000 per flight hour. Your total trip cost includes flight time, fuel, crew, positioning, and applicable taxes. Contact The Jet Finder for an all-inclusive quote.
The ERJ 135 hourly rate ranges from $5,000 to $9,000 depending on the operator, aircraft age, cabin configuration, and market demand. Peak season rates may be higher.
The Embraer ERJ 135 burns approximately 250 gallons per hour. At current jet fuel prices, fuel alone accounts for roughly $1,500–$1,875 per hour of the total charter cost.
The charter rate for a ERJ 135 is the same regardless of passenger count — up to the 37-seat maximum. With a full cabin, the per-person cost drops to as low as $189 per hour per passenger.
A typical ERJ 135 charter quote includes the aircraft, professional crew (2 pilots), fuel for the mission, and basic cabin provisions. Additional costs include positioning fees, Federal Excise Tax (7.5%), landing fees, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering.
At an average rate of $7,000/hr and a range of 1,750 NM, a $21,000 budget covers approximately 3 hours of flight time on a ERJ 135 — enough for routes like New York to Miami or Chicago to Dallas.
Pricing varies by operator and aircraft condition. Contact The Jet Finder to compare quotes.
Empty leg flights on the Embraer ERJ 135 are available when aircraft reposition after charter missions. These can offer 25–75% savings off standard rates. Contact The Jet Finder to check current ERJ 135 empty leg availability.
Book 48–72 hours ahead for best ERJ 135 availability. Same-day charters are possible but options may be limited. For peak travel dates, 1–2 weeks advance booking is recommended.
The Embraer ERJ 135 cruises at 470 knots with a range of 1,750 NM, seating up to 37 passengers. These specs make it optimized for regional and short-haul missions.
There are 7 Embraer ERJ 135 aircraft in the FAA registry. The Jet Finder has access to charter operators flying this model across the US and internationally.
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