Bahamas clients choose super midsize aircraft when range matters but a heavy jet is more aircraft than the trip warrants. The Embraer Legacy 500 suits a full working group or a family traveling together rather than a couple of passengers.
Embraer introduced the Embraer Legacy 500 in 2014. Cabins are typically fitted with a flat cabin floor, though this varies by airframe and we confirm the specifics before quoting.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Embraer
- Year introduced: 2014
- Seating: 9 to 12
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,125 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 466 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 68.1 feet
- Wingspan: 63.2 feet
- Height: 21.1 feet
- Baggage volume: 150 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Embraer Legacy 500 Fits the Bahamas
Baggage capacity handles group travel with equipment rather than just suitcases.
It removes the fuel stop from a long Bahamas sector, which is normally the whole reason for stepping up to this category.
Working from the published 3,125 nautical miles and leaving margin for wind and reserves, Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles 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 Embraer Legacy 500 run $6,500 to $8,500 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 Embraer Legacy 500 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.