How much does fuel cost per hour for a Cessna 172?
The cessna 172 burns about 7-9 gallons per hour, and with avgas typically costing around $6 per gallon, your hourly fuel costs can range between $42 and $54 per hour. A cessna 172 can typically fly around 640–800 miles on a full tank, depending on weather, weight, and altitude. That’s about 4–5 hours of flight time. Efficient planning and favorable conditions are key to maximizing range during longer flights in small aircraft.