Aircraft class
Midsize Jet Charter: Cost, Range & Best Aircraft
Midsize jets add a stand-up (or near stand-up) cabin, more range, and a real baggage hold, the sweet spot for three-to-four-hour trips and small groups who want comfort without a heavy-jet bill.
Seats
7–9
Range
~2,500 nm
Per hour
$3,600–5,200
Examples
Citation XLS+
Strengths
- Stand-up or near stand-up cabins with an enclosed lavatory.
- Range around 2,500 nm, most of the country nonstop, or coast-to-coast with one stop.
- Seats seven to nine comfortably; a genuine step up in cabin and baggage over light jets.
Trade-offs
- A full transcontinental leg (e.g. New York–LA) usually needs a fuel stop westbound.
- Hourly rates run meaningfully above light jets.
Midsize Jets aircraft
Routes this class suits
Midsize Jet charter FAQ
How much does it cost to charter a midsize jet?
Midsize Jet charter runs about $3,600–5,200 per flight hour in 2026, plus fixed trip fees, the ~2-hour daily minimum, repositioning, and taxes. A typical short-to-medium leg lands in the low-to-mid five figures.
How many passengers does a midsize jet seat?
A midsize jet typically seats 7–9 passengers with range around ~2,500 nm. 3–4 hour trips and small groups wanting a stand-up cabin.
What are the best midsize jet aircraft?
Popular midsize jet charter aircraft include Cessna Citation XLS+, Hawker 800XP. Each combines the class's economics with its own cabin, range, and speed profile.
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