Bombardier Learjet 45 Private Jet Charter
The Bombardier Learjet 45 is a mid size jet seating up to 8 passengers, with a 3,378 km (1,824 nm) range and a 991 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $3,000 per hour.
Bombardier Learjet 45 overview
Bombardier Aerospace introduced the Learjet 45 in 1997. It belongs to the Mid Size Jet class, powered by 2 Honeywell TFE731-20BR engines. With a 3,378 km range and seating for up to 8, it suits regional and medium-haul charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the Learjet 45 with no membership fees.
Operators list the Bombardier Learjet 45 as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any mid size jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Bombardier Learjet 45 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 Learjet 45?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
Learjet 45 specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 3,378 km / 1,824 nm
- Cruise speed
- 991 km/h / Mach 0.81
- Service ceiling
- 51,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 4,495 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- Honeywell
- Model
- TFE731-20BR
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 6
- Passengers (max)
- 8
- Cabin length
- 19.75 ft
- Cabin height
- 5.75 ft
- Baggage
- 50 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 20,200 lb
- Empty weight
- 12,780 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Bombardier Learjet 45 Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 13,260 movements by this type across 150 airports — about 1,105 a month, or 1.3% of all business aviation movements we observe.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular Learjet 45 routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Bombardier Learjet 45 actually fly?
We tracked 13,260 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 150 airports — roughly 1,105 a month, or 1.3% of all business aviation movements in our data.
Where is the Bombardier Learjet 45 based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Anchorage, Denver, Chicago, Cologne. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Bombardier Learjet 45 fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are Anchorage–Seattle, Seattle–Anchorage, Oakland–Van Nuys. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a Learjet 45?
Charter rates for the Bombardier Learjet 45 typically run $3,000–$4,500 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the Learjet 45 fly?
The Learjet 45 has a maximum range of approximately 3,378 km (1,824 nautical miles) with 6 passengers — enough for regional and medium-haul routes.
How many passengers does the Learjet 45 seat?
The Bombardier Learjet 45 typically seats 6 passengers and up to 8 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
How fast is the Learjet 45?
The Learjet 45 cruises at up to 991 km/h (535 knots, Mach 0.81), with a service ceiling of 51,000 ft.
How much does a Learjet 45 cost to buy?
A pre-owned Bombardier Learjet 45 typically sells for $2,000,000–$5,000,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $2,400.
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