Bombardier Challenger 850 Specifications
- Passengers
- 14–15
- Range
- 2,800 nm
- Cruise speed
- 459 kt
- Nonstop
- ~5 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 850
The Challenger 850 has a long cabin for fourteen or fifteen passengers.
It suits large groups on domestic trips.
Challenger 850 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
Challenger 800
The earlier executive version of the CRJ200 airliner, with a cabin and range similar to the 850.
Is the Challenger 850 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 15 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 850 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 | 6 hr 45 min1 fuel stop | $55,000–$84,000 |
Challenger 850 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 850 | 14–15 | 2,800 nm | 459 kt | $8,500+ |
| Falcon 2000 | 10 | 3,350 nm | 470 kt | $8,500+ |
| Legacy 600/650 | 13–14 | 3,400 nm | 459 kt | $8,500+ |
| Gulfstream III | 12–14 | 3,600 nm | 460 kt | $8,500+ |
Challenger 850 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Challenger 850?
The Challenger 850 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 850 versions can I charter?
This page covers the Challenger 850 and Challenger 800. 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 850 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 2,800 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Challenger 850 seat?
Typically 14–15, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Challenger 850 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 45 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
