Turboprops handle the Bahamas legs that are too long to drive and too short to justify a jet. The King Air 90 is a practical fit for a small party crossing to the islands together.
Beechcraft (Textron Aviation) introduced the King Air 90 in 1971. Original Model 90 introduced 1964. Every King Air 90 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: 1971
- Seating: 4 to 6
- Crew: 2
- Range: 840 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 226 knots
- Service ceiling: 30,000 feet
- Length: 35.5 feet
- Wingspan: 50.3 feet
- Height: 14.2 feet
- Baggage volume: 53 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the King Air 90 Fits the Bahamas
It carries a genuine group rather than a couple, which separates it from the piston category.
Cabin pressurization and altitude make it comfortable on the crossing without needing jet performance.
The published 840 nautical miles covers Atlanta, Charlotte, and Punta Cana nonstop out of Nassau once you allow for winds and reserves. Treat it as a planning figure. The operator confirms what the aircraft will do on your date and load.
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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 King Air 90 run $1,600 to $2,200 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 King Air 90 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.