Charter a Challenger 350 or Challenger 3500 Private Jet
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Private Jets Type:
Super Midsize Jet
Estimated Price Per Hour:
$5,500
Seating:
up to 10
Challenger 350 Private Charter Flights
The Bombardier Challenger 350 is a super midsize jet that seats 9 passengers as standard and up to 10, with two pilots. With 8 passengers it has a range of 3,200 nm (about 3,680 miles), enough for nonstop flights across the U.S. such as New York to Los Angeles. The cabin has a flat floor and 6 ft of headroom, so most adults can stand up straight. Charter operators also fly the newer Challenger 3500, which has its own section below.
Challenger 350 Charter Cost
A Challenger 350 charter costs about $5,500 per hour of flight time. Your final price depends on the route, dates, positioning flights, crew overnights and airport fees. For an exact quote, send us your trip details through the flight request form or call +1 (212) 840-8000.
Challenger 350 Overview
Bombardier launched the Challenger 350 in 2013 as an update to the Challenger 300, and the two share a type certificate. It has two Honeywell HTF7350 engines rated at 7,323 lb of thrust each, a top speed of Mach 0.83 and a maximum altitude of 45,000 ft. At maximum takeoff weight it needs 4,835 ft of runway, which opens up many smaller business airports as well as major hubs.
Best Uses for the Challenger 350
The Challenger 350 is a good fit for 6 to 9 passengers on flights of 2 to 7 hours. It crosses the U.S. without a fuel stop, and the cabin is wide enough for two seating areas, so some passengers can work at one end while others rest at the other.
On trips under about 90 minutes, a light or midsize jet usually costs less per hour and gets you there in about the same time. Groups larger than 10 need a heavy jet. New York to London is about 2,990 nm, close to the Challenger 350’s limit, so headwinds or a full cabin can mean a fuel stop.
Typical Challenger 350 Routes
| Route | Distance | Estimated Flight Time |
|---|---|---|
| Teterboro (TEB) to Palm Beach (PBI) | 900 nm | About 2.5 hours |
| White Plains (HPN) to Aspen (ASE) | 1,520 nm | About 3.5 hours |
| Teterboro (TEB) to Van Nuys (VNY) | 2,130 nm | About 5 hours |
| Miami-Opa Locka (OPF) to Seattle Boeing Field (BFI) | 2,360 nm | About 5.5 hours |
Flight times are estimates. Westbound flights usually take longer because of headwinds.
Challenger 3500 Charter
The Challenger 3500 is the current version of the Challenger 350. It keeps the same type certificate and HTF7350 engines, and most of the changes are in the cabin. Bombardier describes it as the industry’s first business jet with a voice-controlled cabin, and it comes with Bombardier’s Nuage seats.
Bombardier lists a maximum range of 3,400 nm (about 3,910 miles) with 4 passengers. The Challenger 350’s 3,200 nm figure assumes 8 passengers, so the two numbers aren’t directly comparable, and on most charter trips both versions fly the same routes. Ask for a 3500 if you want the newer cabin. Otherwise, book whichever aircraft is available for your dates.
Challenger 350 and 3500 Performance
| Challenger 350 | Challenger 3500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Range | 3,200 nm with 8 passengers | 3,400 nm with 4 passengers |
| Typical Cruise Speed | Mach 0.80 (about 459 knots) | Mach 0.80 (about 459 knots) |
| Top Speed | Mach 0.83 | Mach 0.83 |
| Maximum Altitude | 45,000 ft | 45,000 ft |
| Takeoff Distance | 4,835 ft | 4,835 ft |
| Engines | 2 × Honeywell HTF7350, 7,323 lb thrust each | |
Cabin and Baggage
| Passengers | 9 standard, up to 10 |
|---|---|
| Cabin Length | 25 ft 2 in (not including baggage) |
| Cabin Width | 7 ft 2 in |
| Cabin Height | 6 ft 0 in |
| Baggage Capacity | 106 cu ft, reachable in flight |
| Cabin Zones | 2 |
Challenger 350 Interior
Layouts vary by aircraft. A common setup has two groups of four seats facing each other, with fold-out tables between them, and some aircraft add a three-seat divan that converts into a bed. The seats swivel and recline.
The galley at the front usually has a microwave or oven, a coffee maker and space for chilled food and drinks. An enclosed lavatory sits at the back, and passengers can reach the baggage compartment during the flight. Wi-Fi and entertainment systems differ between operators, so ask what your aircraft has when you book.
FAQ: Challenger 350
Bombardier lists a range of 3,200 nm (about 3,680 miles) with 8 passengers, which covers nonstop flights across the U.S. On a real trip, winds, baggage and passenger count all affect that figure.
It seats 9 as standard and up to 10. The exact number depends on the aircraft’s layout, so confirm it when you request a quote.
About 7 hours at typical cruise speed. Most charter trips are shorter. New York to Los Angeles takes about 5 hours.
The 3500 is the newer version, with the same engines and type certificate. Most of the changes are in the cabin, including voice control and Nuage seats. Both fly similar routes, so the choice usually comes down to cabin preference and availability.
