Charter a Boeing 737
The world’s best-known narrowbody airliner, available for group charter.
Boeing 737 Specifications
- Passengers
- 120–148
- Range
- 2,500 nm
- Cruise speed
- 450 kt
- Nonstop
- ~4.5 hr
- Class
- Airliner
- Hourly rate
- On request
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Boeing 737
Charter 737s, such as the 737-300 and 737-700, carry whole teams, bands and tours.
VIP-configured 737s are covered on the Boeing Business Jet page.
Boeing 737 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
Boeing 737-300
An older 737 still used for sports-team and tour charters, seating around 130 to 148.
Boeing 737-700
A newer, more efficient 737 with more range, seating around 120 to 140 in a charter layout.
Is the Boeing 737 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 4.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 148 passengers
- Sports teams, bands and tours with a lot of equipment
Keep in Mind
- Airliners need longer runways than most business jets, so the choice of airport is narrower.
- Book well ahead: fewer airliners are available for charter, especially in sports seasons.
- Pricing is quoted for each trip; there is no instant estimate.
Boeing 737 Sample Trips
Estimated one-way flight times, calculated from this aircraft’s cruise speed and range. Pricing is quoted for each trip.
| Trip | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 1 hr 45 min |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 40 min |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 4 hr 10 min |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 4 hr 15 min |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 6 hr 50 min1 fuel stop |
Boeing 737 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boeing 737 | 120–148 | 2,500 nm | 450 kt | On request |
| MD-83 | 140–150 | 2,500 nm | 440 kt | On request |
| Embraer E175 | 76–88 | 2,000 nm | 450 kt | On request |
| Bombardier CRJ200 | 50 | 1,500 nm | 450 kt | On request |
Boeing 737 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Boeing 737?
Boeing 737 charters are priced on request, because the cost depends on where the aircraft is based, the crew and your schedule. Send us your group size, dates and route and we will send a quote.
Which Boeing 737 versions can I charter?
This page covers the Boeing 737, Boeing 737-300 and Boeing 737-700. They share the same basic airframe and cabin; the differences are described above. Availability depends on the operators near your departure airport.
How far can the Boeing 737 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 2,500 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 4.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Boeing 737 seat?
Typically 120–148, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Boeing 737 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Not usually. Westbound, it typically needs one fuel stop, for a total trip of about 6 hr 50 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
