Honda HondaJet Elite S Private Jet Charter
The Honda HondaJet Elite S is a very light jet seating up to 6 passengers, with a 3,056 km (1,650 nm) range and a 880 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $2,700 per hour.
Honda HondaJet Elite S overview
Honda Aircraft Company introduced the HondaJet Elite S in 2020. It belongs to the Very Light Jet class, powered by 2 General Electric Honda HF120 engines. With a 3,056 km range and seating for up to 6, it suits regional and medium-haul charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the HondaJet Elite S with no membership fees.
Operators list the Honda HondaJet Elite S as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any very light jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Honda HondaJet Elite S business jet specifications, hourly charter rates and the routes it is actually flown on. The rest of the range is on the Honda Aircraft Company page.
How much does it cost to charter a HondaJet Elite S?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
HondaJet Elite S specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 3,056 km / 1,650 nm
- Cruise speed
- 880 km/h / Mach 0.72
- Service ceiling
- 43,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 4,000 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- General Electric
- Model
- Honda HF120
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 5
- Passengers (max)
- 6
- Cabin length
- 12.1 ft
- Cabin height
- 4.83 ft
- Baggage
- 66 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 10,700 lb
- Empty weight
- 6,820 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Honda HondaJet Elite S Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 629 movements by this type across 43 airports — about 52 a month, or 0.1% of all business aviation movements we observe. All HondaJet variants report as HDJT.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular HondaJet Elite S routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Honda HondaJet Elite S actually fly?
We tracked 629 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 43 airports — roughly 52 a month, or 0.1% of all business aviation movements in our data. All HondaJet variants report as HDJT.
Where is the Honda HondaJet Elite S based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Saint Helier, Tokyo, Saint Peter Port, Hamburg. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Honda HondaJet Elite S fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are Farnborough–Saint Helier, Saint Helier–Farnborough, Saint Peter Port–Farnborough. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a HondaJet Elite S?
Charter rates for the Honda HondaJet Elite S typically run $2,700–$4,100 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the HondaJet Elite S fly?
The HondaJet Elite S has a maximum range of approximately 3,056 km (1,650 nautical miles) with 5 passengers — enough for regional and medium-haul routes.
How many passengers does the HondaJet Elite S seat?
The Honda HondaJet Elite S typically seats 5 passengers and up to 6 in a high-density layout, with 1 crew.
How fast is the HondaJet Elite S?
The HondaJet Elite S cruises at up to 880 km/h (475 knots, Mach 0.72), with a service ceiling of 43,000 ft.
How much does a HondaJet Elite S cost to buy?
A pre-owned Honda HondaJet Elite S typically sells for $4,500,000–$5,800,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $1,900.
Charter the HondaJet Elite S
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