A turboprop reaches the short Family Island strips that jets cannot use, so most of the out islands are within a direct flight. The Beechcraft King Air 250 suits a full working group or a family traveling together rather than a couple of passengers.
Beechcraft (Textron Aviation) introduced the Beechcraft King Air 250 in 2011. The lavatory is belted rather than fully enclosed, which is worth knowing before booking a long leg on it. It is used out of the Bahamas partly because it can work short runways. Hawker Beechcraft launched the 250 (B200GT) in 2010 with first deliveries in 2011 (FAA certified June 2011). Every Beechcraft King Air 250 we arrange flies with an operator certified under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Turboprop
- Manufacturer: Beechcraft (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 2011
- Seating: 7 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,720 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 310 knots
- Service ceiling: 35,000 feet
- Length: 43.8 feet
- Wingspan: 57.9 feet
- Height: 14.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 55 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Beechcraft King Air 250 Fits the Bahamas
It burns considerably less fuel than a comparable jet on a short sector, and the quote reflects that.
For inter-island work it is often quicker door to door than a jet, once the airport choice is factored in.
On the published 1,720 nautical miles of range, allowing for winds and reserves, Atlanta, Charlotte, and Punta Cana sit inside a nonstop leg from Nassau. That is a planning number rather than a promise, and the operator will confirm it against your 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 Beechcraft King Air 250 run $2,200 to $3,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Turboprops Available
The full turboprops category page lists every turboprop we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Beechcraft King Air 250 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.