Charter a King Air 90
The smallest King Air twin turboprop, for small groups on short trips.
Beechcraft King Air 90 Specifications
- Passengers
- 5–7
- Range
- 1,260 nm
- Cruise speed
- 272 kt
- Nonstop
- ~3.5 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 90
The King Air 90 seats five to seven and is one of the most economical twin-engine aircraft on the charter market.
It suits short regional hops and smaller airports.
King Air 90 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
Nextant G90XT
A remanufactured King Air C90 with new GE turboprop engines, a modern glass cockpit and a refreshed cabin. It flies like a newer aircraft at a lower charter rate.
Is the King Air 90 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 3.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 7 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 90 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 35 min | $9,000–$14,000 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 4 hr 10 min | $12,000–$17,000 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 8 hr 5 min1 fuel stop | $21,000–$29,500 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 8 hr 10 min1 fuel stop | $21,000–$29,500 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 12 hr2 fuel stops | $30,000–$42,000 |
King Air 90 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Air 90 | 5–7 | 1,260 nm | 272 kt | $2,500+ |
| Piper Cheyenne | 6–7 | 1,200 nm | 280 kt | $2,500+ |
| King Air 100 | 6–8 | 1,200 nm | 250 kt | $2,500+ |
| P.180 Avanti | 7 | 1,470 nm | 400 kt | $2,500+ |
King Air 90 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a King Air 90?
The King Air 90 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 35 min) estimates at $9,000 to $14,000 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
Which King Air 90 versions can I charter?
This page covers the King Air 90 and Nextant G90XT. 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 90 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 1,260 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 3.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the King Air 90 seat?
Typically 5–7, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the King Air 90 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Not usually. Westbound, it typically needs 2 fuel stops, for a total trip of about 12 hr. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
