Super midsize jets give Bahamas travelers heavy-jet range in an aircraft that costs meaningfully less to operate. The Challenger 300 suits a full working group or a family traveling together rather than a couple of passengers.
Bombardier Aviation introduced the Challenger 300 in 2004. Cabins are typically fitted with a fully enclosed lavatory and a stand-up cabin, though this varies by airframe and we confirm the specifics before quoting. It is used out of the Bahamas partly because it can fly coast to coast without a stop.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Bombardier Aviation
- Year introduced: 2004
- Seating: 8 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,100 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 459 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 68.6 feet
- Wingspan: 63.8 feet
- Height: 20.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 106 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Challenger 300 Fits the Bahamas
It bridges the gap where a midsize would stop and a heavy jet would be overkill.
It removes the fuel stop from sectors a midsize could only manage with one.
The published 3,100 nautical miles covers Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles nonstop out of Nassau once you allow for winds and reserves. Real-world range moves with payload, temperature, and winds, so the operator checks it against your specific trip.
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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 Challenger 300 run $6,000 to $8,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Super Midsize Jets Available
The full super midsize jets category page lists every super midsize jet we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Challenger 300 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.