De Havilland Dash 8 Specifications
- Passengers
- 37–78
- Range
- 1,000 nm
- Cruise speed
- 310 kt
- Nonstop
- ~2.5 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 de Havilland Dash 8
The Dash 8 family ranges from the smaller Q100 and Q200 to the fast, 78-seat Q400.
It suits groups on regional routes, including shorter runways.
Is the Dash 8 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 2.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen
- Up to 78 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.
Dash 8 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 | 2 hr 20 min |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 4 hr 50 min1 fuel stop |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 8 hr 15 min2 fuel stops |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 8 hr 20 min2 fuel stops |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 10 hr 40 min2 fuel stops |
Dash 8 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dash 8 | 37–78 | 1,000 nm | 310 kt | On request |
| Saab 340A | 30–34 | 900 nm | 270 kt | On request |
| Dornier 328JET | 30–33 | 1,100 nm | 400 kt | On request |
| Embraer 120 Brasilia | 30 | 800 nm | 300 kt | On request |
Dash 8 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Dash 8?
Dash 8 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.
How far can the Dash 8 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 1,000 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 2.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Dash 8 seat?
Typically 37–78, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Dash 8 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Not usually. Westbound, it typically needs 2 fuel stops, for a total trip of about 10 hr 40 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
