Dassault Falcon 2000 Specifications
- Passengers
- 10
- Range
- 3,350 nm
- Cruise speed
- 470 kt
- Nonstop
- ~6 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 Dassault Falcon 2000
The Falcon 2000 seats ten and suits transcontinental trips.
Later versions such as the 2000LX add range for transatlantic flights.
Falcon 2000 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
Falcon 2000EX
The Falcon 2000 with more powerful engines and more fuel, adding about 800 nautical miles of range.
Falcon 2000LX
The 2000EX with blended winglets for more range and efficiency.
Falcon 2000LXS
The latest version, with improved short-runway performance and an updated cabin.
Is the Falcon 2000 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 6 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 10 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.
Falcon 2000 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 40 mindaily minimum | $36,500–$56,000 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 30 mindaily minimum | $36,500–$56,000 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 4 hrdaily minimum | $36,500–$56,000 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 4 hr 5 min | $37,000–$57,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 5 hr 30 min | $50,500–$77,000 |
Falcon 2000 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 14–15 | 2,800 nm | 459 kt | $8,500+ |
Falcon 2000 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Falcon 2000?
The Falcon 2000 is priced as a heavy jet: about $8,500 to $13,000 per flight hour, with a 4-hour daily minimum. For example, Miami to Aspen (4 hr 5 min) estimates at $37,000 to $57,000 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
Which Falcon 2000 versions can I charter?
This page covers the Falcon 2000, Falcon 2000EX, Falcon 2000LX and Falcon 2000LXS. 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 Falcon 2000 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 3,350 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 6 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Falcon 2000 seat?
Typically 10, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Falcon 2000 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.
