Aircraft guide
Learjet 60 Charter Cost and Specs
The Learjet 60 is a midsize jet known for strong climb performance and speed, suited to medium range business trips.
At a glance
Seating, speed, range, and cost
Typical passengers
About six to seven passengers.
Cruise speed
~440 kt
Planning range
~2800 nm
Hourly cost range
$3,900 to $6,200
Use
What this aircraft is used for
The Learjet 60 is a midsize jet known for strong climb performance and speed, suited to medium range business trips.
Comfortable for about six to seven passengers.
Best uses
Best route types
- Medium range business trips
- Coast to region routes
- Small group travel where speed matters
Tradeoffs
Limitations to keep in mind
- Cabin is a little tighter than some midsize peers
- Not a non-stop transcontinental aircraft in all conditions
- Baggage space is moderate
Medium range with strong climb and cruise performance.
Alternatives
Similar aircraft and categories
Common questions
What is the Learjet 60 known for?
Strong climb performance and a fast cruise, which make it a quick midsize option for medium range trips.
How many passengers fit?
About six to seven comfortably.
Is it good for transcontinental flights?
It handles long domestic legs but is not a reliable non-stop coast to coast aircraft in all winds.
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.