Tucson International Airport
KTUS, Tucson, AZ
- Longest runway
- 12/30 (10,996 ft)
About 8 miles to downtown Tucson
Tucson International airport guide
Private Jet Charter to Tucson
Tucson International is the main jet airport for Tucson, the Catalina Foothills and southern Arizona resorts.
- Main airport
- TUS / KTUS
- Elevation
- 2,643 ft
- Longest runway
- 12/30 (10,996 ft)
- Customs
- Confirmed with your quote
Flying Private to Tucson
The airport is about eight miles from downtown, with long runways for every size of jet.
Winter and spring bring golfers, spa visitors and snowbirds.
Tucson Airports for Private Jets
Which airport is best depends on where you are going on the ground, the time of day and the aircraft.
Before You Book Tucson
The local rules and conditions that affect your aircraft, schedule and price.
Summer Heat
High temperatures reduce aircraft performance on hot afternoons.
When Demand Peaks in Tucson
Book early for these dates. Quieter periods offer the widest choice of aircraft.
- January to April
- Peak season for golf and resorts.
- February
- The Tucson Gem and Mineral Show fills the city.
- Summer
- Very hot; fly early in the day.
Flight Times and Prices to Tucson
Estimated one-way flight times and prices to TUS for aircraft that fly the trip nonstop. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning. Estimate a different trip
| From | Distance | Light jet | Midsize jet | Heavy jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 2,119 mi | Needs fuel stop | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 50 min$44,000–$67,500 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 460 mi | 1 hr 15 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 15 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 10 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,894 mi | Needs fuel stop | 4 hr 35 min$25,500–$31,500 | 4 hr 20 min$39,500–$60,500 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 822 mi | 2 hr 20 min$10,900–$15,900 | 2 hr 10 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 5 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 1,437 mi | Needs fuel stop | 3 hr 35 min$19,700–$24,500 | 3 hr 20 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Houston (HOU) | 944 mi | 2 hr 35 min$11,300–$16,300 | 2 hr 30 min$16,600–$21,500 | 2 hr 20 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| San Francisco (SFO) | 750 mi | 1 hr 50 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 50 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr 45 min$36,500–$56,000 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 365 mi | 1 hr 5 min$10,900–$15,900 | 1 hr 5 min$16,600–$21,500 | 1 hr$36,500–$56,000 |
Best Aircraft for Tucson
Light and midsize jets cover the West and Texas.
Tucson Private Jet Questions
How far is Tucson International from downtown?
About eight miles.
When is Tucson busiest for private jets?
January through April.
