New York to the Hamptons by Private Jet: 35 Minutes, No Traffic

On a summer Friday, the drive from Manhattan to the Hamptons can easily take three hours or more. A private flight from Teterboro or Westchester covers it in about 35 minutes — so you're at the beach before most drivers reach Exit 70.

Flight time and distance

Depending on your departure and arrival airports, the flight covers 120–155 km (75–95 miles) and takes roughly 35 minutes in the air.

Which Hamptons airport?

• East Hampton (HTO) — closest to East Hampton, Sag Harbor, Amagansett and Montauk. Its rules on operating hours and noise have changed in recent years, so your operator will confirm what applies.
• Francis S. Gabreski (FOK) — in Westhampton Beach, closer to Southampton and the western Hamptons, with a long runway that suits most jets.
• Montauk (MTP) — a small airport for turboprops and light aircraft heading to the very end of the island.

Best aircraft for a 35-minute flight

On such a short hop, a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 or King Air is the most efficient choice — quick, comfortable and ideal for smaller airports. A light jet adds a little speed and a more polished cabin for a modest premium.

How much does it cost?

Expect roughly $6,000 – $14,000 one-way. Shared between six friends, a turboprop can cost about $1,000 – $2,300 each — and it saves you an afternoon in traffic.

Summer tips

• Friday afternoons out and Sunday evenings back are the busiest slots from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
• Fly out Thursday or return Monday morning to secure better aircraft and prices.
• Pack light — smaller aircraft have limited luggage space.
• Arrange car pick-up in advance; taxis can be scarce at the Hamptons airports on summer weekends.