Bombardier Challenger 601 Private Jet Charter
The Bombardier Challenger 601 is a ultra long range jet seating up to 12 passengers, with a 6,667 km (3,600 nm) range and a 991 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $5,800 per hour.
Bombardier Challenger 601 overview
Bombardier Aerospace introduced the Challenger 601 in 1983. It belongs to the Ultra Long Range Jet class, powered by 2 General Electric CF34-3A engines. With a 6,667 km range and seating for up to 12, it suits transcontinental and international charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the Challenger 601 with no membership fees.
Operators list the Bombardier Challenger 601 as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any ultra long range jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Bombardier Challenger 601 business jet specifications, hourly charter rates and the routes it is actually flown on. The rest of the range is on the Bombardier Aerospace page.
How much does it cost to charter a Challenger 601?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
Challenger 601 specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 6,667 km / 3,600 nm
- Cruise speed
- 991 km/h / Mach 0.81
- Service ceiling
- 41,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 5,200 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- General Electric
- Model
- CF34-3A
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 10
- Passengers (max)
- 12
- Cabin length
- 28.33 ft
- Cabin height
- 6.08 ft
- Baggage
- 115 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 43,100 lb
- Empty weight
- 26,500 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Bombardier Challenger 601 Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 61,054 movements by this type across 213 airports — about 5,088 a month, or 5.8% of all business aviation movements we observe. Part of the CL60 Challenger family in ADS-B data.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular Challenger 601 routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Bombardier Challenger 601 actually fly?
We tracked 61,054 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 213 airports — roughly 5,088 a month, or 5.8% of all business aviation movements in our data. Part of the CL60 Challenger family in ADS-B data.
Where is the Bombardier Challenger 601 based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Teterboro, Toronto, West Palm Beach, Las Vegas. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Bombardier Challenger 601 fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are Toronto–Teterboro, Teterboro–Toronto, Teterboro–Van Nuys. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a Challenger 601?
Charter rates for the Bombardier Challenger 601 typically run $5,800–$8,500 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the Challenger 601 fly?
The Challenger 601 has a maximum range of approximately 6,667 km (3,600 nautical miles) with 10 passengers — enough for transcontinental and many international routes.
How many passengers does the Challenger 601 seat?
The Bombardier Challenger 601 typically seats 10 passengers and up to 12 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
How fast is the Challenger 601?
The Challenger 601 cruises at up to 991 km/h (535 knots, Mach 0.81), with a service ceiling of 41,000 ft.
How much does a Challenger 601 cost to buy?
A pre-owned Bombardier Challenger 601 typically sells for $2,500,000–$5,000,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $4,500.
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