Boston Logan International Airport
Boston Logan International Airport is the primary commercial and private aviation gateway to New England, located just 3 miles from downtown Boston. BOS offers six runways with the longest at 10,083 feet, accommodating all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners. As a major international port of entry with full U.S. Customs facilities, Logan handles significant private aviation traffic from Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Dedicated FBO facilities from Signature Flight Support and Jet Aviation provide private terminals separate from commercial operations. Estimated charter rates to Boston via Logan: light jets from $4,500 per hour, mid-size jets from $6,000 per hour, heavy jets from $9,000 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
For most Boston-bound private jet travelers, Hanscom Field (BED) offers faster ground handling without commercial traffic delays, with direct access to Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, and the Route 128 technology corridor. Our brokers typically recommend Logan only for international arrivals requiring customs or for clients needing downtown Boston proximity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Boston Logan have customs?
Yes. Logan International is a full international port of entry with U.S. Customs and Border Protection on-site, making it ideal for transatlantic, Caribbean, and Latin American private jet arrivals.
How close is Boston Logan to downtown?
Boston Logan is approximately 3 miles from downtown Boston, typically a 15 to 25 minute drive through the Ted Williams Tunnel. It's the closest major airport to the city center, though Hanscom Field (BED) is preferred by most private jet travelers heading to Cambridge.
Why choose Hanscom Field over Boston Logan?
Hanscom Field has zero commercial traffic, faster ground handling, and direct highway access to Cambridge, MIT, Harvard, and the Route 128 tech corridor. Most private jet travelers prefer Hanscom unless they specifically need Logan's international customs or downtown proximity.
Aircraft Compatible with Boston Logan International Airport
Based on the longest runway (10,083 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15R/33L | 10,083 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 04R/22L | 10,006 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 04L/22R | 7,864 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 09/27 | 7,001 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 14/32 | 5,000 ft | 100 ft | Asph-g | No |
| 15L/33R | 2,557 ft | 100 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- BOS
- ICAO Code
- KBOS
- Elevation
- 20 ft
- Runways
- 6
- Longest Runway
- 10,083 ft
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts