Appleton and Olathe Private Jet Charter
Private Jet Charter between Appleton and Olathe
- Distance: 433 nm (about 500 miles), Appleton International to New Century AirCenter
- Min/max flight time: 1h 25m – 2h 20m
- From: $9,000 one way
- Aircraft: Turboprop → Heavy
- Preferred Airports: ATW → JCI
PrivateJet.com arranges Appleton to Olathe private jet charter flights on demand between Wisconsin’s Fox Valley and Johnson County, Kansas.
Garmin’s North American headquarters is in Olathe, and its campus there includes a manufacturing center that more than doubled the company’s aviation production. On the Wisconsin side, Gulfstream runs its service and completions center at Appleton International, and the Fox Valley is home to Kimberly-Clark’s original operations, Thrivent, and Plexus. Aviation and manufacturing teams have reasons to make this trip throughout the year.
No airline flies nonstop between Appleton and Kansas City. A commercial trip connects through Chicago or Minneapolis and lands at MCI, on the north side of the metro. A charter flies nonstop in about 1 hour 35 minutes by jet and lands at New Century, 4 miles from Olathe. Both cities are on Central time, so a 7 a.m. departure has you in Olathe before 9.
What Does a Private Jet Charter between Appleton and Olathe Cost?
| Aircraft Type | Estimated Charter Costs | Flight Time | Fuel Stop |
| Turboprops | $9,000 – $10,000 | 2h – 2h 20m | nonstop |
| Light jets | $11,500 – $12,500 | 1h 35m – 1h 45m | nonstop |
| Midsize jets | $13,500 – $15,000 | 1h 35m – 1h 40m | nonstop |
| Super midsize jets | $18,500 – $20,000 | 1h 25m – 1h 40m | nonstop |
| Heavy jets | $24,500 – $27,000 | 1h 30m – 1h 35m | nonstop |
Prices as of October 2026. Estimates are for a one-way private jet charter from Appleton to Olathe.
On a flight this short, time in the air is only part of the bill. The operator’s daily minimum and the cost of bringing the aircraft to Appleton add a lot, since few charter jets are based in the Fox Valley. A same-day round trip with the crew waiting at New Century spreads those costs across both legs. Deicing at either end may be charged separately in winter.
Best Private Jet Airports in Appleton and Olathe
Appleton
- Appleton International Airport (ATW): 3 miles west of Appleton, 8,003-ft main runway, tower open 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., Appleton Flight Center FBO, home to Gulfstream’s service and completions campus, preferred departure for this route
- Wittman Regional Airport (OSH): 2 miles south of Oshkosh, 8,002-ft main runway, tower open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Basler Flight Service FBO, closest for Oshkosh and the southern Fox Valley
- Green Bay Austin Straubel International Airport (GRB): 7 miles southwest of Green Bay, 8,700-ft main runway, tower open 5:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., Avflight FBO, convenient for Green Bay and the northern end of the region
Olathe
- New Century AirCenter (JCI): 4 miles southwest of Olathe, 7,339-ft main runway with an ILS approach, tower open 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., Signature among the FBOs on the field, main runway scheduled for reconstruction starting in 2027, preferred arrival for this route
- Johnson County Executive Airport (OJC): 4 miles southeast of Olathe, 4,097-ft runway, tower open 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., the closer airport to central Olathe and Garmin, best for turboprops and light jets
- Charles B. Wheeler Downtown Airport (MKC): in Kansas City, about a 7,000-ft runway, best for downtown Kansas City or the Crossroads
Private Jets for Charter Flights between Appleton & Olathe
Turboprops
About half an hour longer than a jet, at the lowest price on the route. The flight stays over land, so even a single-engine turboprop flies it direct. Turboprops are also the category most at home on Johnson County Executive’s shorter runway, the closer of the two Olathe airports to Garmin. They suit two to five passengers who can spare the extra half hour.
Light Jets
The usual booking for up to six passengers. Most light jets can use Johnson County Executive with a light load, though New Century’s longer runway is the default. Roller bags fit fine, but test equipment or avionics cases need a heads-up before we confirm the aircraft.
Midsize Jets
If seven or eight people need to work on the way down, or the group is carrying a week’s luggage, a midsize is the step up. The cabin is close to six feet tall, there’s an enclosed lavatory, and the hold takes everyone’s bags. Midsize jets land at New Century, not Johnson County Executive.
Super Midsize Jets
A super-midsize jet gives a group standing headroom, a flat floor, and Wi-Fi on most aircraft. On a trip this short, the extra speed over a midsize is only a few minutes. People choose one for the cabin, or for a longer day that continues from Olathe to Wichita or Dallas.
Heavy Jets
A heavy jet fits a full board or a program team of 12 or more who need to arrive together. New Century’s 7,339-ft runway handles it. For smaller groups, two light jets cost about the same and let half the group leave earlier if plans change.
Appleton to Olathe Private Jet Charter Services
Most business trips on this route are day trips. We can keep the crew on standby at New Century, so you leave when your meetings end. We can also add a stop in Wichita or Dallas before you fly home. A car meets you at the FBO on both ends, whether you’re heading to Garmin’s campus, an office in Overland Park, or the Gulfstream hangar in Appleton.
If your Gulfstream is in for work at Appleton, you can fly home to Kansas City on a charter, and we’ll book your return when the shop releases the aircraft. Catering, pets, and oversize equipment can all be arranged when you request a quote. During EAA AirVenture in late July, both Oshkosh and Appleton fill up, so book early.
Enjoy a Seamless Private Flight between Appleton & Olathe with a Trusted Private Jet Provider
Tell us your date, the number of passengers, and where in Johnson County you’re headed. We’ll send aircraft options with an itemized quote. If your dates are flexible, ask whether there’s an empty leg available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Olathe airport is closest to Garmin?
Johnson County Executive is the closer of the two, but its 4,097-ft runway suits turboprops and light jets with a normal load. New Century’s 7,339-ft runway takes everything up to heavy jets, and it has Signature on the field. For most jets, we quote New Century. The extra drive is short.
Are there nonstop airline flights from Appleton to Kansas City?
No. Every airline itinerary connects through Chicago, Minneapolis, or Detroit, which turns a 90-minute flight into four or five hours. It also lands at MCI on the north side of the metro, far from Olathe. A charter flies nonstop on your date and lands near Garmin’s campus.
Can I fly out of Oshkosh or Green Bay instead of Appleton?
Yes. Wittman Regional in Oshkosh and Austin Straubel in Green Bay both have runways over 8,000 ft and can handle any aircraft on this route. The flight time changes by only a few minutes. We’ll quote whichever airport is closest to where you start. During AirVenture week in late July, though, it’s best to avoid Oshkosh.