Bahamas charter reaches airliner size when the group outgrows nineteen passengers and a different rulebook applies. The Airbus ACJ321 falls into airliner-size, so the trip would operate under FAR Part 121 or the foreign equivalent rather than FAR Part 135.
Airbus Corporate Jets introduced the Airbus ACJ321 in 2013. Seats reflect typical VIP / executive configuration (8 to 19 standard, up to 25). Full specifications for the Airbus ACJ321 are published by Airbus Commercial Aircraft.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: VIP Airliner
- Manufacturer: Airbus Corporate Jets
- Year introduced: 2013
- Seating: 19 to 25
- Crew: 2
- Range: 4,200 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.78 (about 470 knots)
- Service ceiling: 40,000 feet
- Length: 123.3 feet
- Wingspan: 111.9 feet
- Height: 38.6 feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Airbus ACJ321 Fits the Bahamas
Nassau and Freeport have the runway and ground handling for aircraft this size; smaller Bahamian airports do not.
Nassau and Freeport handle aircraft of this size. If your destination is an Out Island, the group will normally arrive at one of the two main airports and continue from there.
Working from the published 4,200 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.
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 ACJ321 run $19,000 to $26,000 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 ACJ321 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.