Super-midsize private jet on the ramp ready for a transcontinental charter flight

Aircraft

Super-Midsize Jet Charter

Stand-up cabins, coast-to-coast nonstop range, and room for up to nine. The super-midsize class is the sweet spot for productive, comfortable transcontinental flying.

The class

Why charter a super-midsize jet

Super-midsize jets bridge the gap between midsize cabins and heavy iron. You get a true stand-up cabin, transcontinental nonstop range, and a flat-floor or near-flat aisle - without stepping up to the operating cost of a heavy jet. For a group of executives, a family, or a small leadership team, it is one of the most versatile categories in private aviation.

8-10Passengers
3,000-3,600 nmTypical range
~Mach 0.80-0.85Cruise speed
45,000 ftTypical cruise altitude
  • Full stand-up cabin with room to work, dine, and recline on longer legs.
  • Large external baggage holds that handle golf bags, skis, and full luggage for a group.
  • Enclosed or semi-private lavatory and, on many models, a forward galley.
  • Nonstop coast-to-coast capability and many transatlantic crossings.
  • Quiet cabins, Wi-Fi availability, and low cabin altitude for less fatigue.

Key numbers

Super-midsize specifications at a glance

Figures vary by model, configuration, and operator. Use these as a planning baseline - we confirm the exact aircraft and performance for your route at quote.

8-10Passenger capacity
3,000-3,600 nmNonstop range
~6 ftCabin height
~7.7 ftCabin width
100-130 cu ftBaggage volume
5-6 hrMax flight time
Super-midsize jet cabin with executive seating arranged for a working transcontinental flight

Cabin comfort and baggage

The super-midsize cabin is where this class earns its reputation. You can stand and move freely, hold a face-to-face meeting around a club layout, and stretch out for a five-hour leg. Most aircraft offer an enclosed lavatory, a refreshment galley, and in-flight connectivity. Externally accessible baggage holds in the 100-130 cubic foot range easily swallow a group's luggage plus golf clubs or ski gear - a meaningful upgrade over light and many midsize jets.

The aircraft

Representative super-midsize models

Private JetOne sources the right tail for your trip from a vetted network of operators. These are the aircraft most commonly chartered in the super-midsize class.

Bombardier Challenger 350

One of the most popular super-midsize jets in the world. Flat-floor cabin, ~3,200 nm range, and a smooth ride that makes it a transcontinental favorite for up to 9 passengers.

Cessna Citation Longitude

A newer-generation super-midsize with a quiet, low cabin altitude, walk-in baggage access, and roughly 3,500 nm range for nonstop coast-to-coast trips.

Embraer Praetor 600

Long legs for its class at around 3,600 nm, full fly-by-wire controls, and a wide, comfortable cabin that handles US-to-Europe missions in many configurations.

Gulfstream G280

Strong range and high-altitude airfield performance, with a refined cabin and reliable transatlantic reach for small groups traveling in comfort.

Cessna Citation Sovereign

A proven workhorse with excellent short-runway performance, a roomy cabin, and dependable transcontinental range for business travel.

Bombardier Challenger 300

The predecessor to the 350 and still a widely available, capable super-midsize with stand-up comfort and coast-to-coast nonstop capability.

Best-fit routes

Where super-midsize jets shine

With 3,000-3,600 nm of nonstop range, this class covers nearly every domestic city pair and many international legs without a fuel stop.

New York to Los Angeles

KTEB or KJFK to KLAX/KVNY nonstop, a classic transcontinental mission well within range.

New York to London

KTEB to EGGW or EGLF is achievable on longer-legged super-midsize jets like the Praetor 600 or G280, subject to winds and payload.

Miami to Las Vegas

KOPF to KLAS nonstop for a coast-to-coast leisure run with full baggage for the group.

Chicago to San Francisco

KMDW to KSFO with time to work the full flight in a stand-up cabin.

Teterboro to Aspen

KTEB to KASE pairs transcontinental range with strong high-altitude airfield performance.

Boston to Cabo

KBOS to MMSD nonstop for a longer leisure mission with room for the whole party.

Cost

What drives super-midsize charter pricing

We never quote a fixed sticker price, because every trip is different. Pricing is built per route from the factors below - and there are no membership fees with Private JetOne.

  • Flight time and total distance, including any repositioning of the aircraft.
  • One-way versus round trip - one-ways can carry ferry or repositioning costs.
  • Specific model and age of aircraft, plus operator and crew availability.
  • Peak travel dates, holidays, and high-demand events.
  • Overnight, wait time, and crew duty considerations on multi-day trips.
  • Landing, handling, ramp, de-icing, and international permit or customs fees.

FAQ

Common questions

How many passengers can a super-midsize jet carry?

Most super-midsize jets seat 8 to 10 passengers in a comfortable cabin layout, with some configurations accommodating up to 11. Typical charter trips carry 6 to 9 travelers with room to spread out, work, and sleep on longer legs.

What is the range of a super-midsize jet?

Super-midsize jets typically fly 3,000 to 3,600 nautical miles nonstop, enough for coast-to-coast US flights such as New York to Los Angeles, and many transatlantic crossings like New York to London depending on winds, payload, and runway conditions.

Which aircraft are considered super-midsize jets?

Representative super-midsize jets include the Bombardier Challenger 350 and 300, the Cessna Citation Longitude and Sovereign, the Embraer Praetor 600, and the Gulfstream G280. All combine stand-up cabins, transcontinental range, and large baggage holds.

What does it cost to charter a super-midsize jet?

Pricing is quoted per trip rather than a fixed rate. Cost drivers include flight time, one-way versus round trip, repositioning, aircraft model and age, peak dates, overnight or wait charges, and landing and handling fees. Private JetOne quotes each route individually with no membership fees.

Is a super-midsize jet right for my trip?

A super-midsize jet is ideal when you want a stand-up cabin, transcontinental nonstop range, and generous luggage capacity for a group of up to 9. For shorter regional hops a midsize or light jet may cost less, while for long-haul international flights a heavy or ultra-long-range jet is the better fit. Our team will compare options for your exact route.