VIP airliners handle the Bahamas movements that outgrow a heavy jet: wedding parties, corporate groups, and teams traveling together. The Airbus ACJ318 is one of the larger cabins we put in front of Bahamas groups before the trip moves to airliner-size.
Airbus Corporate Jets introduced the Airbus ACJ318 in 2005. A318 Elite launched 2005, renamed ACJ318 at EBACE 2011. Full specifications for the Airbus ACJ318 are published by Airbus Commercial Aircraft.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: VIP Airliner
- Manufacturer: Airbus Corporate Jets
- Year introduced: 2005
- Seating: 14 to 19
- Crew: 2
- Range: 4,200 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.78 (about 448 knots)
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 103.2 feet
- Wingspan: 111.9 feet
- Height: 41.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 430 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Airbus ACJ318 Fits the Bahamas
Above nineteen passengers the trip leaves FAR Part 135 and possibly operates under FAR Part 121 or foreign equivalent standards, which generally carry stricter crew and operating requirements than FAR Part 91 and FAR Part 135.
Catering and cabin service at this size need arranging well before departure rather than on the day.
On the published 4,200 nautical miles of range, allowing for winds and reserves, Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles sit inside a nonstop leg from Nassau. Payload and weather on the day decide the real limit, and the operator runs those numbers before the trip is confirmed.
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 Airbus ACJ318 run $16,000 to $22,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other VIP Airliners Available
The full vip airliners category page lists every vip airliner we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Airbus ACJ318 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.