→ Most Chartered Aircraft by Category
The right jet for every journey.
Five aircraft categories. Ten of the world's most chartered jets. From a 45-minute regional hop in a light jet to a nonstop transatlantic crossing in an ultra long range cabin, every aircraft available on demand through Chronos Air Group.
Light Jet
Midsize Jet
Super Midsize
Heavy Jet
Ultra Long Range
— Category 01
Light Jets - Regional Luxury
4–8 passengers. Ranges up to 2,100 miles. The most efficient way to travel privately for regional routes and short business trips.
— Light Jet
Embraer Phenom 300
Passengers: 6 - 8
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Regional luxury, short business trips
$3,500 - $5,500/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
01
Range - 2,000 mi
Speed - 518 mph
— Light Jet
Cessna Citation CJ3+
Passengers: 6 - 7
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Best for: Efficient regional travel
$3,000 - $4,800/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
02
Range - 2,040 mi
Speed - 478 mph
— Category 02
Midsize Jets - Coast-to-Coast
7–9 passengers. Ranges up to 2,500 miles. Stand-up cabins on select models. The go-to for domestic business travel across all US markets.
— Midsize Jet
Cessna Citation XLS+
Passengers: 7 - 8
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Coast-to-coast, short US
$4,500 - $6,500/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
03
Range - 2,100 mi
Speed - 507 mph
— Midsize Jet
Hawker 800XP
Passengers: 8 - 9
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Reliable mid-range charter
$4,000 - $6,000/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
04
Range - 2,500 mi
Speed - 514 mph
— Category 03
Super Midsize - Transcontinental
8–10 passengers. Ranges up to 3,600 miles. Full stand-up cabins, premium interiors, and the range to reach Europe from the US East Coast.
— Super Midsize
Bombardier Challenger 350
Passengers: 8 - 10
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Business travel, transcontinental
$5,500 - $8,000/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
05
Range - 3,200 mi
Speed - 541 mph
— Super Midsize
Gulfstream G280
Passengers: 8 - 10
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Long regional / international
$6,000 - $8,500/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
06
Range - 3,600 mi
Speed - 559 mph
— Category 04
Heavy Jets - International
10–14 passengers. Ranges up to 4,350 miles. Full stand-up cabins, sleeping berths, and the range for transatlantic travel in premium comfort.
— Heavy Jet
Gulfstream G450
Passengers: 12 - 14
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: International travel
$8,800 - $12,000/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
07
Range - 4,350 mi
Pax - 12 - 14
— Heavy Jet
Gulfstream G280
Passengers: 10 - 14
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Large group travel
$7,500 - $11,000/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
08
Range - 4,000 mi
Pax - 10 - 12
— Category 05
Ultra Long Range - International
12–18 passengers. Ranges up to 7,500 miles. Nonstop New York to London. Full flat-bed suites, private staterooms, and dining for 8+.
— Ultra long Range
Gulfstream G650
Passengers: 14 - 18
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: International nonstop
$10,000 - $18,000/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
09
Range - 7,500 mi
Speed - 610 mph
— Ultra Long Range
Bombardier Global 6000
Passengers: 12 - 16
Lavatory: Enclosed
Best for: Long-haul luxury
$9,000 - $16,000/hr
EST. Hourly Rate - All Inclusive
10
Range - 6,000 mi
Speed - 590 mph
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→ Quick Reference
Aircraft by category at a glance
→ Common Questions
Aircraft questions,
answered directly
What is the most popular private jet for charter?
The Embraer Phenom 300 and Bombardier Challenger 350 are two of the most chartered private jets worldwide. The Phenom 300 is the most popular light jet, offering 6–8 passengers and a 2,000-mile range. The Challenger 350 dominates the super midsize category with 8–10 passengers and a 3,200-mile range, ideal for transcontinental business travel.
How much does it cost to charter a Gulfstream G650?
Chartering a Gulfstream G650 typically costs between $10,000 and $18,000 per flight hour. The G650 carries 14–18 passengers, has a range of 7,500 miles, and can reach speeds of 610 mph, making it one of the fastest and longest-range private jets available. All Chronos Air Group quotes are all-inclusive with no post-confirmation surcharges.
What private jet can fly New York to London nonstop?
The New York to London route (approximately 3,450 miles) can be completed nonstop by several heavy and ultra long range aircraft. The Gulfstream G650 (7,500 mi range), Bombardier Global 6000 (6,000 mi), and Gulfstream G450 (4,350 mi) can all complete this route nonstop. The Gulfstream G280 (3,600 mi) can also achieve it under favourable conditions.
What is the difference between a light jet and a midsize jet?
Light jets carry 4–8 passengers with ranges of 1,500–2,100 miles, ideal for regional routes. Midsize jets carry 7–9 passengers with ranges up to 2,500 miles, offering more cabin space, stand-up headroom on select models, and greater range for domestic business travel. Midsize jets typically cost $1,000–$2,000 more per hour than light jets.
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