Wheels Up operates as a private aviation marketplace — connecting members with charter aircraft, shared flights, and its own fleet. Since merging with Delta Private Jets, their network includes 1,500+ aircraft accessible through the Wheels Up app.
Membership Tiers
| Tier | Annual Fee | Hourly Rates | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connect | $2,995 | Market rates | Occasional flyers |
| Core | $17,500 | Reduced rates | Regular flyers |
| Business | $29,500 | Lowest rates | Frequent flyers |
| Private Charter | Custom | Negotiated | High-volume |
The Platform
Wheels Up's app-based booking is the most accessible in private aviation. Book flights, view pricing, and manage itineraries from your phone. The trade-off: you may fly different operators and aircraft on different flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Memberships start at $2,995/yr for Connect. Core: $17,500/yr. Business: $29,500/yr. Plus hourly flight charges.
King Air 350i, Citation Excel/XLS, Citation X, and access to 1,500+ third-party aircraft.
For occasional to moderate flyers who want app-based convenience without ownership commitment — yes. For heavy flyers, fractional may be more cost-effective.
Different segments. Wheels Up targets broader market with lower entry cost. NetJets targets frequent flyers with guaranteed fleet access.
Limited international coverage through the marketplace. Domestic US is Wheels Up's primary strength.
Delta Private Jets merged with Wheels Up, expanding fleet access and adding Delta loyalty program integration.
Wheels Up vets all operators for safety standards. They require Part 135 certification and safety audits.
The Connect tier at $2,995/yr provides marketplace access with no flight hour commitment.
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