The Bombardier Challenger 650 is a large cabin jet seating up to 12 passengers, with a 7,408 km (4,000 nm) range and a 1,015 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $5,500 per hour.
Bombardier Aerospace introduced the Challenger 650 in 2015. It belongs to the Large Cabin Jet class, powered by 2 General Electric CF34-3B engines. With a 7,408 km range and seating for up to 12, it suits transcontinental and international charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the Challenger 650 with no membership fees.
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Charter rates for the Bombardier Challenger 650 typically run $5,500–$7,500 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
The Challenger 650 has a maximum range of approximately 7,408 km (4,000 nautical miles) with 10 passengers — enough for transcontinental and many international routes.
The Bombardier Challenger 650 typically seats 10 passengers and up to 12 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
The Challenger 650 cruises at up to 1,015 km/h (548 knots, Mach 0.83), with a service ceiling of 41,000 ft.
A pre-owned Bombardier Challenger 650 typically sells for $25,000,000–$31,000,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $4,200.
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