Aircraft guide
Bombardier Challenger 350 Charter Cost and Specs
At a glance
Seating, speed, range, and cost
Typical passengers
About eight to nine passengers.
Cruise speed
~480 kt
Planning range
~3400 nm
Hourly cost range
$5,200 to $8,000
Use
What this aircraft is used for
The Challenger 350 is a leading super midsize jet, popular for non-stop transcontinental trips with a wide, comfortable cabin.
Comfortable for about eight to nine passengers with a wide cabin and stand-up height.
Best uses
Best route types
- Non-stop transcontinental United States routes
- Longer domestic legs where speed and comfort matter
- Full group travel with baggage
Tradeoffs
Limitations to keep in mind
- Higher hourly cost than midsize jets
- Not designed for long transatlantic crossings
- Larger than needed for short hops
Transcontinental range with a wide cabin.
Alternatives
Similar aircraft and categories
Common questions
Why is the Challenger 350 so popular?
It pairs a wide, comfortable cabin with transcontinental range and reliable performance, which makes it a favorite for coast to coast trips.
How many passengers fit in a Challenger 350?
About eight to nine comfortably in a wide cabin.
Can it fly New York to Los Angeles non-stop?
Yes. It is a common choice for non-stop transcontinental United States routes.
Routes this aircraft commonly flies
- New York to MiamiPlanning charter cost range, aircraft fit, and routing notes for New York to Miami.
- New York to Palm BeachPlanning charter cost range, aircraft fit, and routing notes for New York to Palm Beach.
- New York to AspenPlanning charter cost range, aircraft fit, and routing notes for New York to Aspen.
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Last reviewed June 2026. Estimates use planning assumptions that we revisit periodically.