Why Private Jets are Cheaper than First Class in 2026

Описание: HOW TO FLY PRIVATE FOR ECONOMY PRICES (The "Empty Leg" List) When a billionaire flies one way, the plane has to fly back empty. These are called "Empty Legs," and in 2026, you can snag them for up to 75% off. Here are the 5 apps I use to find them:

XO (The "Instant Booking" King)

Why it’s in my wallet: You don’t need a membership to book. It gives you real-time access to a global fleet of 2,400+ aircraft.

Pro Tip: Look for "Shared Seats" on popular routes like NYC → Miami to pay as little as $500.

Airble (The "Skyscanner" of Private Jets)

Why it’s in my wallet: This is the best app for budget hunters. It focuses heavily on real-time empty-leg deals and even allows you to crowdsource a flight—if you and your friends fill the plane, the price drops to commercial levels.

LunaJets (The Global Heavyweight)

Why it’s in my wallet: If you’re traveling in Europe or Asia, this is the gold standard. They have access to 4,800+ aircraft and a "Fly Now" feature that can have you on a tarmac in under 60 minutes.

JSX (The "Semi-Private" Legend)

Why it’s in my wallet: Technically "semi-private," but you still skip TSA and use private terminals.

The Hack: Routes like Vegas → LA can be found for as low as $149. You get the private experience for the price of a Southwest ticket.

Catch-a-Jet / GlobeAir (The Last-Minute Specialist)

Why it’s in my wallet: Their "Top Deal of the Day" features are insane. I’ve seen European hops for under €1,200 for the entire jet (split that 4 ways and it's cheaper than a train!).