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Mooney M20 Ovation Private Jet Charter

The Mooney M20 Ovation is a piston single seating up to 4 passengers, with a 2,037 km (1,100 nm) range and a 361 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $500 per hour.

Charter from
$500/h
Range
2,037 km
Passengers
3–4
Cruise speed
361 km/h

Mooney M20 Ovation overview

Mooney International introduced the M20 in 1955. It belongs to the Piston Single class, powered by 1 Lycoming IO-550-G engine. With a 2,037 km range and seating for up to 4, it suits regional and medium-haul charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the M20 with no membership fees.

Operators list the Mooney M20 Ovation as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any piston single: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Mooney M20 Ovation business jet specifications, hourly charter rates and the routes it is actually flown on. The rest of the range is on the Mooney International page.

How much does it cost to charter a M20?

Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.

$500/hour
from, up to $800/h
$250,000
used price, to $500,000
$250/hour
operating cost

M20 specifications

Performance

Max range
2,037 km / 1,100 nm
Cruise speed
361 km/h / Mach 0.28
Service ceiling
20,000 ft
Takeoff distance
1,365 ft

Engines

Manufacturer
Lycoming
Model
IO-550-G
Type
Piston
Count
1

Cabin & dimensions

Passengers (typical)
3
Passengers (max)
4
Cabin length
8.8 ft
Cabin height
3.7 ft
Baggage
17 cu ft

Weights

Max takeoff
3,368 lb
Empty weight
2,284 lb

Cabin amenities

Garmin G1000 NXi LED Lighting Individual Climate Control Premium Leather Seating Baggage Compartment Single Engine Design Retractable Landing Gear Laminar Flow Wing Forward-swept tail

Popular M20 routes

Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.

KJFK → KORD
3h 50m · 740 nm
$1,917–$3,067 est.
KLAX → KDEN
4h 25m · 862 nm
$2,208–$3,533 est.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to charter a M20?

Charter rates for the Mooney M20 Ovation typically run $500–$800 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.

How far can the M20 fly?

The M20 has a maximum range of approximately 2,037 km (1,100 nautical miles) with 3 passengers — enough for regional and medium-haul routes.

How many passengers does the M20 seat?

The Mooney M20 Ovation typically seats 3 passengers and up to 4 in a high-density layout, with 1 crew.

How fast is the M20?

The M20 cruises at up to 361 km/h (195 knots, Mach 0.28), with a service ceiling of 20,000 ft.

How much does a M20 cost to buy?

A pre-owned Mooney M20 Ovation typically sells for $250,000–$500,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $250.

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