In 2026, the total operating cost to fly a Boeing 777-300ER typically ranges between $18,000 and $25,000 per hour, depending on fuel prices, maintenance cycles, and whether the aircraft is leased or owned. Fuel is the largest variable, often accounting for $5,000 to $7,000 of that hourly cost. Maintenance for a "mid-life" 777 adds roughly $3,000 to $4,000 per flight hour, while crew costs (including pilots and cabin staff) average around $2,000 per hour. Additional expenses include airport landing fees—which for a heavy 777 can be $5,000 to $7,000 per arrival at major hubs like JFK—as well as insurance, catering, and navigation fees. For a private charter of a 777, the price is significantly higher, often quoted at $28,500 to $35,000 per hour to cover the provider's profit and administrative overhead. For an airline, this breaks down to roughly $45 to $60 per seat-hour, making it essential to maintain high "load factors" (passenger occupancy) to ensure the flight remains profitable.