Bombardier Challenger 650 Private Jet Charter
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 Challenger 650 overview
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.
Operators list the Bombardier Challenger 650 as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any large cabin jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Bombardier Challenger 650 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 650?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
Challenger 650 specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 7,408 km / 4,000 nm
- Cruise speed
- 1,015 km/h / Mach 0.83
- Service ceiling
- 41,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 5,727 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- General Electric
- Model
- CF34-3B
- 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
- 38,850 lb
- Empty weight
- 21,820 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Bombardier Challenger 650 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. Reported under the CL60 family type.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular Challenger 650 routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Bombardier Challenger 650 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. Reported under the CL60 family type.
Where is the Bombardier Challenger 650 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 650 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 650?
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.
How far can the Challenger 650 fly?
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.
How many passengers does the Challenger 650 seat?
The Bombardier Challenger 650 typically seats 10 passengers and up to 12 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
How fast is the Challenger 650?
The Challenger 650 cruises at up to 1,015 km/h (548 knots, Mach 0.83), with a service ceiling of 41,000 ft.
How much does a Challenger 650 cost to buy?
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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