Bahamas clients often land on an entry-level jet when a light jet is more aircraft than the trip needs. The HondaJet Elite is a practical fit for a small party crossing to the islands together.
Honda Aircraft Company introduced the HondaJet Elite in 2018. It is used out of the Bahamas partly because it can work short runways. Every HondaJet Elite we arrange flies with an operator certified under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Entry-Level Jet
- Manufacturer: Honda Aircraft Company
- Year introduced: 2018
- Seating: 5 to 6
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,437 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 422 knots
- Service ceiling: 43,000 feet
- Length: 42.6 feet
- Wingspan: 39.8 feet
- Height: 14.9 feet
- Baggage volume: 66 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the HondaJet Elite Fits the Bahamas
Baggage capacity is the usual limit rather than seats, so tell us what is traveling with you.
It climbs above most weather quickly, which makes the crossing more comfortable than a turboprop on a rough day.
Working from the published 1,437 nautical miles and leaving margin for wind and reserves, Washington DC, Philadelphia, and St Maarten are reachable nonstop from Nassau. The operator will confirm the actual figures for your date and routing.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the HondaJet Elite run $3,400 to $4,700 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Entry-Level Jets Available
The full entry-level jets category page lists every entry-level jet we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a HondaJet Elite charter to or from the Bahamas, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.