Charter a Challenger 604/605/650
A large-cabin jet family with one of the widest cabins in its class.
Bombardier Challenger 604/605/650 Specifications
- Passengers
- 10–12
- Range
- 4,000 nm
- Cruise speed
- 459 kt
- Nonstop
- ~7 hr
- Class
- Heavy jet
- Hourly rate
- $8,500–$13,000
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Bombardier Challenger 604/605/650
The Challenger 604, 605 and 650 seat ten to twelve and fly about eight hours nonstop.
The 650 is the newest, with an updated cabin and more thrust for hot and high airports.
Challenger 604/605/650 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
Challenger 600
The original Challenger. It introduced the wide cabin; few remain in charter service.
Challenger 601
The 600 with more efficient engines and more range; still common in older charter fleets.
Is the Challenger 604/605/650 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 7 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 12 passengers
- Groups of 10 to 16, or families traveling with a lot of luggage
Keep in Mind
- They need longer runways, so a few small airports are out of reach.
- On short trips a super-midsize is usually just as comfortable and costs much less.
Challenger 604/605/650 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 4-hour daily minimum. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.
| Trip | Distance | Time | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 1 hr 45 mindaily minimum | $36,500–$56,000 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 35 mindaily minimum | $36,500–$56,000 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 4 hr 5 min | $37,500–$57,000 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 4 hr 10 min | $38,000–$58,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 5 hr 35 min | $51,500–$79,000 |
Challenger 604/605/650 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Cabin height | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 604/605/650 | 10–12 | 4,000 nm | 459 kt | — | $8,500+ |
| Gulfstream IV | 12–14 | 4,000 nm | 470 kt | — | $8,500+ |
| Gulfstream G450 | 12–16 | 4,350 nm | 476 kt | 6 ft 2 in | $8,500+ |
| Gulfstream III | 12–14 | 3,600 nm | 460 kt | — | $8,500+ |
Challenger 604/605/650 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Challenger 604/605/650?
The Challenger 604/605/650 is priced as a heavy jet: about $8,500 to $13,000 per flight hour, with a 4-hour daily minimum. For example, New York to Aspen (4 hr 5 min) estimates at $37,500 to $57,000 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
Which Challenger 604/605/650 versions can I charter?
This page covers the Challenger 604/605/650, Challenger 600 and Challenger 601. 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 604/605/650 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 4,000 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 7 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Challenger 604/605/650 seat?
Typically 10–12, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Challenger 604/605/650 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Yes. It flies New York to Los Angeles nonstop in about 5 hr 35 min, though strong winter headwinds can occasionally require a stop.
