JetSuite Review
Private Jets Don’t Need To Cost A Lot
Whoever coined the phrase "money can't buy happiness" has never flown on a private jet before.
Our reviewerA Private Jet That Costs About the Same as Coach
The usual alternative to flying LA to Vegas is a 270-mile drive on a road notorious for accidents — one that took nine hours the last time it was attempted. This time, a friend's tip about JetSuite led to a $300 roundtrip fare, just $100 more than the commercial ticket already being considered.
Check-in ran through JetSuite's own hangar, away from the traffic and lines of the main terminals: one desk, one smiling attendant, an ID check, a boarding pass, and someone else carrying the bag. From walking in to sitting in a comfortable lounge with free drinks and food took about four minutes.
Onboard, the cabin is arranged like an all-business-class plane, with a flight attendant taking drink orders (alcohol included, at no charge) before takeoff. With roughly 50 passengers, service stayed attentive throughout the 45-minute flight, free wifi included, ending with a walk straight from the tarmac to a waiting car.
The only real knocks are the price premium over commercial flying and JetSuite's limited route map — currently Burbank, Concord, Las Vegas and Palm Springs — which is the sole reason this scores a 9.6 instead of a perfect 10.
Why We Love It
- Insanely easy check-in and departure
- Free drinks and food
- No TSA pat-downs or x-ray machines
- My most enjoyable flight ever
- Save $20 with JetSuite promo code SK1PQO
Considerations
- Limited flying locations: Burbank, Concord, Las Vegas, Palm Springs
- More expensive than flying commercially
Our Hands-On Review
Check-in took four minutes flat: hand over an ID, get a boarding pass, hand off the bag, and sit down in a lounge with free food and drinks — a jarring contrast to the usual airport lines and screening.
Onboard, the cabin reads as an entire plane of business-class seats. Drink orders (including alcohol) came before takeoff, wifi worked throughout the 45-minute flight, and the ~50-passenger cabin kept the flight attendant attentive to everyone on board.
Only Real Catch: Limited Routes
JetSuite currently flies just four routes — Burbank, Concord, Las Vegas and Palm Springs — and costs more than flying commercial. Those are the only two things keeping this from a perfect score.
We Recommend This To Readers Who:
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Are flying one of JetSuite's four routes
Burbank, Concord, Las Vegas and Palm Springs are currently served.
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Hate airport lines and TSA screening
Check-in took four minutes with no pat-downs or x-ray machines.
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Want the flight itself to be part of the trip
An all-business-class cabin, free food and drinks, and attentive service made it the highlight of the Vegas weekend.
A Closer Look
The JetSuite Experience, Step by Step
From curb to cruising altitude, the whole process is built around skipping the usual airport friction.
Hangar Check-In
A single desk with one attendant — show ID, get a boarding pass, hand off your bag.
In-Flight Service
Free drinks including alcohol, attentive service, and free wifi for the 45-minute flight.
What It Costs
A JetSuite roundtrip landed just $100 above the commercial fare being considered.
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| Roundtrip (LA–Vegas)Popular | $300 |
Good to Know
The Bottom Line
Every part of the experience, from check-in to landing, outperformed commercial flying at a price barely worth arguing about — the limited route map is the only thing holding this back from a perfect score.
