Beechcraft King Air 200 Specifications
- Passengers
- 7–8
- Range
- 1,580 nm
- Cruise speed
- 289 kt
- Nonstop
- ~4.5 hr
- Class
- Turboprop
- Hourly rate
- $2,500–$3,500
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Beechcraft King Air 200
The King Air 200 is a twin-engine turboprop that seats seven comfortably. It has a long record in charter service and handles short runways well.
It is an economical choice for regional trips where a jet’s extra speed would only save a few minutes.
King Air 200 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
King Air 250
An updated King Air 200 with composite propellers and winglets, which improve short-field and hot-weather performance.
King Air 260
The current version, with autothrottles, a digital pressurization system and an updated cockpit; the cabin is the same size as the 200.
Is the King Air 200 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 4.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 8 passengers
- Short or remote runways, islands and mountain strips
Keep in Mind
- Slower and lower than jets, so you feel more weather on longer legs.
- Most cabins are about 4 ft 10 in tall, so you cannot stand up.
King Air 200 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 2-hour daily minimum. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.
| Trip | Distance | Time | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 2 hr 25 min | $9,000–$14,000 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 3 hr 55 min | $11,400–$16,400 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 7 hr 40 min1 fuel stop | $19,800–$28,000 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 7 hr 40 min1 fuel stop | $20,000–$28,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 10 hr 15 min1 fuel stop | $27,500–$38,000 |
King Air 200 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Air 200 | 7–8 | 1,580 nm | 289 kt | $2,500+ |
| Piper M600 | 4–5 | 1,650 nm | 274 kt | $2,500+ |
| Epic E1000 | 4–5 | 1,650 nm | 325 kt | $2,500+ |
| P.180 Avanti | 7 | 1,470 nm | 400 kt | $2,500+ |
King Air 200 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a King Air 200?
The King Air 200 is priced as a turboprop: about $2,500 to $3,500 per flight hour, with a 2-hour daily minimum. For example, Los Angeles to Aspen (2 hr 25 min) estimates at $9,000 to $14,000 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
Which King Air 200 versions can I charter?
This page covers the King Air 200, King Air 250 and King Air 260. 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 King Air 200 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 1,580 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 4.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the King Air 200 seat?
Typically 7–8, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the King Air 200 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Not usually. Westbound, it typically needs one fuel stop, for a total trip of about 10 hr 15 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
