Best private jet company in North America 2026

How we built this ranking

Choosing a private jet company in North America means arbitrating between very different models: fractional ownership, jet cards, membership, on-demand charter. The continent is heavily dominated by the United States market — by far the world’s leading business aviation market — while Canada has its own solid regional players. For this 2026 comparison, we used four criteria:

• Independence: ability to access all operators with no bias towards a single fleet.
• Transparency: clarity on price, margins and conditions, no hidden costs.
• Service: dedicated point of contact, responsiveness and 24/7 availability.
• Coverage and fleet: network density and fleet depth across North America.

Full transparency: we are ourselves a broker, and this ranking reflects our point of view. We own that, while saluting the genuine quality of the other players cited, several of whom are world references. To go further, also consult our best operator and our best broker.

The 2026 North America ranking

#	Company	Specialty	Rating
1	Private Jets Connect	Independent broker, bespoke service	9.5/10
2	NetJets	The American giant, fractional ownership	9.4/10
3	Flexjet	Premium fractional ownership	9/10
4	Wheels Up	The “membership” model	8.6/10
5	AirSprint	The Canadian leader	8.5/10

1. Private Jets Connect, our #1 choice

As an independent broker, Private Jets Connect was built around a simple idea: putting the client’s interest back at the centre. We own no aircraft and are tied to no North American fleet. For every request, we canvass all operators on the continent — from the United States to Canada — put them in competition and select the aircraft best suited to your route, your dates and your budget.

Our difference comes down to four points. First, independence: no bias towards any particular company, which allows us to tap into NetJets’ availability just as much as a regional operator’s flexibility. Next, transparency: a clear quote, with no hidden costs or concealed margin. Third, service: a dedicated point of contact accompanies you from the first exchange through to landing, available 24/7, including for last-minute requests. Finally, freedom: no subscription, no deposit to tie up, no imposed flight-hours volume. You book à la carte and only pay for the flights actually taken.

That is why we position ourselves at #1: not as the largest fleet, but as the best way to access all these players at once, without commitment. The companies that follow are excellent professionals, each with their own strengths.

2. NetJets

NetJets is quite simply the American giant of private aviation and the global leader in the sector. Based in Columbus, Ohio and backed by Berkshire Hathaway since 1998, the company operates the world’s largest private jet fleet — around 800 aircraft — covering every cabin category.

Its core business remains fractional ownership: you buy a share of an aircraft in exchange for guaranteed availability, complemented by jet cards. This fleet depth allows it to guarantee an aircraft even on peak days, a decisive argument for very heavy travelers. The trade-off is well known: capital tied up, a multi-year commitment and returns reserved for high volumes. NetJets remains the absolute reference on the continent, which fully justifies its second place.

3. Flexjet

Based in Cleveland, Flexjet is the other great name in premium fractional ownership in the United States. With around 250 aircraft, the company offers fractional ownership and jet cards, but distinguishes itself through a recent, high-end fleet (Embraer Praetor, Gulfstream) and its Red Label service: crews dedicated to a single aircraft and refined cabins.

Flexjet targets clients who are demanding on the in-flight experience and personalisation. It is a direct competitor to NetJets, often preferred for the freshness of its fleet and its resolutely luxury positioning. A leading player that we logically place on the podium.

4. Wheels Up

Wheels Up popularised the “membership” model in the United States: access to private aviation through a tiered membership, designed to democratise business aviation. The publicly listed company operates a fleet of around 190 aircraft and benefits from a strategic partnership with Delta Air Lines, which reinforces its presence and capabilities on American soil.

Its strength lies in a strong US presence and a promise of simplified access, sitting somewhere between a jet card and on-demand charter. After a period of restructuring, Delta’s backing provides welcome stability. A relevant choice for regular American travelers attracted by the flexibility of a subscription.

5. AirSprint

Heading to Canada with AirSprint, the fractional ownership leader in the country. Based in Calgary, the company serves the entire Canadian territory with a modern fleet of Embraer Praetor 500s and Cessna Citation CJs. Its fractional ownership model, adapted to Canadian distances and climate, makes it the indispensable local reference.

AirSprint illustrates the vitality of a quieter but well-structured Canadian market. Alongside it, several names deserve mention: Chartright and Skyservice, two major Canadian charter and aircraft management operators. On the American side, other notable players round out the ecosystem, such as Jet Linx, with its local-base model, and Solairus Aviation, a recognised specialist in private aircraft management.

In summary

The North American private aviation market is the deepest in the world, driven by the dominance of the United States and complemented by solid Canadian leaders. From the sweeping fleet of NetJets to the luxury of Flexjet, from the Wheels Up membership to AirSprint’s Canadian roots, each company has its strengths. To place these players in a global context, consult our global Top 5.

Our advice remains the same: prioritise an independent, transparent and responsive approach capable of putting the entire market in competition on your behalf. That is precisely the promise of Private Jets Connect — the best way to access all of these operators through a single point of contact.

Planning your flight in North America

For a flight on the continent, consult our private jet in North America page and our hubs: New York, Miami, Los Angeles and Toronto.

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