Aircraft class
Turboprop Charter
Propeller aircraft powered by jet turbines. Slower than jets but economical on short sectors, and able to use short or unpaved runways that jets cannot.
- Seats
- 6–9
- Range
- 1.8k nm
- Cruise
- 290 kt
- From / hr
- $2,000
- To / hr
- $3,400
- Models
- 3
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Best for
- · Trips under 500 miles
- · Short runways and island strips
- · Lowest hourly cost
Trade-offs
- · Slower cruise speed
- · Lower cruising altitude, so more weather
- · Usually no enclosed lavatory
Turboprops available for charter
Beechcraft
King Air 250
7 seats · 1,720 nm · 310 kt
Pilatus
Pilatus PC-12 NGX
8 seats · 1,800 nm · 290 kt
Beechcraft
King Air 350i
9 seats · 1,800 nm · 312 kt
Inside a turboprop
Shown: 6 seats · nose to the left
What a turboprop can fly
Benchmark routes using the class's typical speed and the longest-range model's planning range (published range less 15% for full cabins and winds).
| Route | Distance | Nonstop? | Est. flight time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys) → Las Vegas | 199 nm | Nonstop | 1h 01m |
| Miami (Opa-locka) → Nassau | 161 nm | Nonstop | 53m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Miami (Opa-locka) | 949 nm | Nonstop | 3h 45m |
| Chicago (Midway) → Aspen | 884 nm | Nonstop | 3h 31m |
| Dallas (Love Field) → Los Cabos | 895 nm | Nonstop | 3h 33m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Los Angeles (Van Nuys) | 2,129 nm | 1 fuel stop | 8h 38m |
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys) → Honolulu | 2,217 nm | Out of range | – |
| New York (Teterboro) → London (Luton) | 2,989 nm | 1 fuel stop | 11h 45m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Paris (Le Bourget) | 3,150 nm | 2 fuel stops | 12h 56m |
| New York (Teterboro) → Dubai | 5,941 nm | 3 fuel stops | 23h 40m |
| Los Angeles (Van Nuys) → Tokyo (Haneda) | 4,746 nm | 3 fuel stops | 19h 20m |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to charter a turboprop?
Turboprops typically charter for $2,000 to $3,400 per flight hour in the US, before the 7.5% federal excise tax, segment fees and any repositioning, overnight or de-icing costs.
How many passengers fit in a turboprop?
Most turboprops are configured for 6 to 9 passengers. Fewer passengers usually means more range and more room for baggage.
How far can a turboprop fly?
Typical nonstop range is 1,100 to 1,800 nautical miles, depending on model, passenger load and winds. Use our Range Explorer to see the exact reach from your departure airport.
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