Short answer
Tipping is never required on a private jet, and the crew's service is already included in the charter price. If you want to thank the crew, a common range in the US is about $50 to $100 per pilot and $100 to $300 for a flight attendant, depending on the length of the trip and the extra help you received. Cash in an envelope, handed to the captain, is the usual way.
On a charter flight, the price you pay covers the aircraft and its crew, so tipping is optional. Still, crews often go well beyond flying: loading bags, arranging catering, waiting through a changed schedule. Many travelers like to recognize that.
Common Tip Amounts
If you want to tip, these ranges are common in the US:
| Crew member | Common tip |
|---|---|
| Pilot | About $50 to $100 each, per trip |
| Flight attendant | About $100 to $300, depending on trip length and service |
Consider more for multi-day trips where the crew stays with you, international trips, or when the crew handled late changes, heavy gear or pets.
Tipping Customs by Region
- US and Canada: tips are the most common.
- Europe: tips are less common; a thank-you is enough.
- Elsewhere: customs vary; ask us before you travel.
How to Tip Discreetly
- Put cash in an envelope and hand it to the captain at the end of the trip; the crew shares it.
- Do it privately, not in front of other passengers.
- Never feel obliged. A sincere thank-you and a good word to us about the crew matter too.
The Bottom Line
No one expects a tip on a private jet. If the crew made your trip better, a modest cash thank-you is a kind gesture. For more on what to expect, see our guide to flying private for the first time.
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