Charter a Challenger 300/350
The best-selling super-midsize jet, with a wide, flat-floor stand-up cabin.
Bombardier Challenger 300/350 Specifications
- Passengers
- 8–10
- Range
- 3,200 nm
- Cruise speed
- 470 kt
- Nonstop
- ~5.5 hr
- Class
- Super-midsize jet
- Hourly rate
- $6,000–$9,000
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Bombardier Challenger 300/350
The Challenger 300 and 350 fly coast to coast nonstop with eight to ten passengers.
They are among the most requested aircraft on the charter market.
Challenger 300/350 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
Challenger 300
The original version of the Challenger 350, with the same cabin and slightly less range and thrust.
Is the Challenger 300/350 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 5.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 10 passengers
- Eight to ten passengers
Keep in Mind
- New York to London is right at the edge of their range. Eastbound usually works nonstop; westbound into headwinds often needs a stop, so a heavy jet is the safer choice for Europe.
Challenger 300/350 Sample Trips
Estimated one-way flight times and prices, calculated from this aircraft’s cruise speed and range. Short trips are billed at least the 3-hour daily minimum. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.
| Trip | Distance | Time | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 1 hr 40 mindaily minimum | $20,500–$31,000 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 30 mindaily minimum | $20,500–$31,000 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 4 hr | $27,500–$41,000 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 4 hr 5 min | $28,000–$42,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 5 hr 30 min | $38,000–$57,000 |
Challenger 300/350 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 300/350 | 8–10 | 3,200 nm | 470 kt | $6,000+ |
| Citation Sovereign | 8–9 | 3,200 nm | 460 kt | $6,000+ |
| Hawker 4000 | 8–10 | 3,200 nm | 470 kt | $6,000+ |
| Falcon 50 | 8–9 | 3,200 nm | 470 kt | $6,000+ |
Challenger 300/350 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Challenger 300/350?
The Challenger 300/350 is priced as a super-midsize jet: about $6,000 to $9,000 per flight hour, with a 3-hour daily minimum. For example, New York to Aspen (4 hr) estimates at $27,500 to $41,000 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
Which Challenger 300/350 versions can I charter?
This page covers the Challenger 300/350 and Challenger 300. 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 Challenger 300/350 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 3,200 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 5.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Challenger 300/350 seat?
Typically 8–10, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Challenger 300/350 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Yes. It flies New York to Los Angeles nonstop in about 5 hr 30 min, though strong winter headwinds can occasionally require a stop.
