Private jet prices soar as wealthy scramble to leave Dubai

"The normally glitzy city a playground for billionaires, influencers and millions of international visitors has been on edge since drones and missiles fired in response to US and Israel strikes on Iran damaged the airport and struck several high-profile hotels and landmarks."

"JetVip, a Muscat-based private jet brokerage, told the Guardian that a flight to Istanbul on a Nextant one of the smallest jets available now cost about 85,000 (74,000), roughly three times the usual rate. Seats on private charters to Moscow are going for about 20,000 per person."

"Some in Dubai have headed for Oman, a four-and-a-half-hour drive, which has seen little disruption and where Muscat airport continues to operate, albeit with delays. The majority of commercial flights from Muscat to Europe are fully booked until later this week, according to booking sites."

Following Iranian drone and missile attacks on Dubai in response to US and Israeli strikes, the city experienced significant disruption with airport closure and damage to hotels and landmarks. Wealthy residents and tourists scrambled to leave using alternative transportation methods. Many traveled overland to Oman, a four-and-a-half-hour drive away, where Muscat airport remained operational despite delays. Commercial flights from Muscat to Europe became fully booked. Private jet demand surged dramatically, with prices skyrocketing to approximately three times normal rates. A Nextant jet to Istanbul cost around 85,000 pounds, while private charter seats to Moscow reached 20,000 pounds per person. Private jet companies faced challenges positioning aircraft in the volatile region, severely limiting availability.

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