Private Jet to Boston for the 2026 World Cup: Flights, Airports, and Costs

Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts is one of the premier 2026 FIFA World Cup venues — a 65,000-seat NFL facility that’s hosted major soccer events before and will carry Group Stage and knockout round matches. Flying private to Boston for a World Cup game means navigating a market with solid private aviation infrastructure and a few key choices on the airport side.

Which airport puts you closest to Gillette Stadium?

Gillette Stadium sits in Foxborough — roughly 25 miles southwest of downtown Boston. The closest private aviation option is Norwood Memorial Airport (KOWD), a reliever airport about 24 miles from Gillette Stadium with good FBO facilities. Rhode Island T.F. Green (KPVD) in Providence is about 20 miles south of Gillette and sees lighter congestion than the Boston metro airports — often the sharpest choice for World Cup match days.

Boston Logan (KBOS) handles the largest aircraft and has the most FBO infrastructure (Signature Aviation, Jet Aviation), but you’re looking at 35–45 miles to the stadium and significant match-day traffic. Hanscom Field (KBED) in Bedford is 35 miles north of Gillette but a solid general aviation hub if the southern options are slot-constrained.

The operator’s aircraft type often dictates the airport — light jets and turboprops have more options; heavy jets need Logan or Providence.

What does a private jet to Boston cost?

SkyAccess lists live charter pricing across all these origin markets. Ranges based on current platform inventory:

• New York (KTEB) to KBOS or KPVD: roughly $6,000–$10,000 for a light jet, $10,000–$16,000 for a midsize
• Los Angeles to KBOS: roughly $35,000–$55,000 for a midsize, $55,000–$80,000 for a heavy jet
• Chicago (KMDW) to KBOS: roughly $18,000–$28,000 for a midsize jet
• Miami to KBOS: roughly $18,000–$30,000 for a midsize jet

All pricing is whole-aircraft — you’re booking the plane, not a seat. Groups of 4–8 can split the cost meaningfully, often landing in the $4,000–$8,000 per-person range from New York or DC, which competes favorably with premium commercial once you factor in lost time and checked bag chaos.

Empty legs to Boston and Providence appear regularly on SkyAccess. Operators flying New England charters frequently need to reposition aircraft back to New York or south Florida after dropping off clients — catching those repositioning flights as an empty leg saves 25–75% off the full charter rate.

Best aircraft for Boston World Cup trips

• New York or DC origin, group of 2–4: Citation CJ3, Phenom 300, or Learjet 45 — quick hop, no need for range
• Chicago or Southeast, group of 6–8: Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP, or Learjet 75
• Cross-country or international, group of 8+: Gulfstream G450/G550, Falcon 900 — land at Logan with full range margin

The Foxborough logistics edge

SkyAccess operators flying into KPVD or KOWD can pre-arrange ground transport from FBO to Gillette. Private jet travelers to Gillette can pre-arrange ground transport from Norwood or Providence directly to the stadium — 15–25 minutes with no highway congestion before noon on a match day. Contrast that with commercial arrivals at Logan who then fight the Pike into the city before heading south: door-to-seat time for a private arrival via KPVD is often 90 minutes shorter than a commercial connection from LaGuardia or JFK.

Planning around the match schedule

Group Stage games at Gillette will draw international fan bases. Early afternoon kickoffs (typical FIFA scheduling) mean a morning departure from most East Coast cities, match attendance, and an evening departure. Boston has enough post-match appeal — the Seaport, Back Bay, a seafood dinner on the harbor — that building in an overnight is worth considering if your schedule allows.

How to book

SkyAccess shows live inventory from certified charter operators across New England and beyond. Search KBOS, KPVD, or KOWD as your arrival and filter by aircraft category and date. For an empty leg, set a route alert for your departure market to the Boston/Providence area and SkyAccess notifies you when inventory posts. Full charter requests go direct to operators — no broker in the loop.

FAQ

Is Norwood (KOWD) practical for larger groups? Yes — FBO handling is solid, ground transport is easy, and the ground transport from KOWD to Gillette (about 24 miles, 25–35 minutes) makes it a solid option for groups under 8.

Can a Gulfstream or similar heavy jet use Providence (KPVD)? Yes — KPVD’s runway (7,166 ft) handles most heavy jets comfortably.

How far in advance should I book for World Cup match days? 4–6 weeks minimum. FBO slots at Logan and Providence fill fast during major events; don’t assume availability will be there 10 days out.

Do I need a customs facility for international arrivals? Logan (KBOS) has international FBO customs capability. Coordinate with your operator and the FBO ahead of time if arriving internationally.