In the middle of the island. Very seasonal, with most traffic in July and August.
Martha's Vineyard sits about 4 miles south of Edgartown in a straight line, and it's the main private jet airport we list for Martha's Vineyard.
Private jet routes through Martha's Vineyard
We cover 2 routes through Martha's Vineyard. The shortest trip is New York to Martha's Vineyard (about 40 min); the longest is New York to Martha's Vineyard (about 40 min).
| Route | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York to Martha's Vineyard | Light jet | about 40 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Boston to Martha's Vineyard | Light jet | about 30 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
2026 estimates with typical fees, for the jet size most groups choose. How we estimate.
Runways at Martha's Vineyard
Martha's Vineyard has 2 runways; the longest, 06/24, is 5,504 feet. That is fine for light and most midsize jets, but heavy jets are often limited in weight, so long nonstop trips may need a smaller load.
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24 | 5,504 ft | 100 ft | asphalt |
| 15/33 | 3,327 ft | 75 ft | asphalt |
Flight times from Martha's Vineyard
Estimated time in the air and one-way price from MVY to the main private jet airport of other cities, for the jet size most groups of four to six would pick. Real quotes depend on the date and where the aircraft is based.
| To | Distance | Usual jet | Time in the air | One way, estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York (TEB) | 183 mi | Light jet | about 40 min | $5,500–$7,500 |
| Los Angeles (VNY) | 2,626 mi | Super-midsize jet | about 6 hr | $47,000–$60,500 |
| Miami (OPF) | 1,204 mi | Light jet | about 3 hr | $16,500–$22,000 |
| Chicago (MDW) | 885 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 15 min | $12,500–$16,500 |
| Dallas (DAL) | 1,554 mi | Light jet | about 4 hr | $22,000–$29,500 |
| Las Vegas (LAS) | 2,401 mi | Super-midsize jet | about 5 hr 30 min | $43,000–$55,500 |
| Aspen (ASE) | 1,902 mi | Midsize jet | about 4 hr 35 min | $29,500–$38,500 |
| Palm Beach (PBI) | 1,150 mi | Light jet | about 2 hr 50 min | $15,500–$21,000 |
Straight-line distances. Estimates use the same method as our cost calculator.
Other private jet airports nearby
- Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK), Nantucket: about 30 miles away.
- Laurence G. Hanscom Field (BED), Boston: about 82 miles away.
- Republic Airport (FRG), New York: about 153 miles away.
- Westchester County Airport (HPN), New York: about 162 miles away.
When Martha's Vineyard gets busy
- July and August account for most of the year's traffic.
- Friday departures and Sunday returns in summer are the hardest to book.
On those dates, aircraft and parking at Martha's Vineyard fill up early and quotes climb. Booking two to three weeks ahead helps.
Questions about Martha's Vineyard
How far is Martha's Vineyard from Edgartown?
About 4 miles in a straight line. Driving time depends on traffic.
Which routes use Martha's Vineyard?
On this site: New York to Martha's Vineyard, Boston to Martha's Vineyard.
Is Martha's Vineyard only for private jets?
No. It also handles other traffic, but private jets use dedicated terminals (FBOs) on the field.
Codes: IATA MVY, ICAO KMVY. Coordinates, elevation and runways from OurAirports open data. See also the guide to charter fees, including landing and handling charges.