Astra
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 9 |
Operator floor plans vary. Some Astra cabins are configured with a divan that drops the headcount by one or two seats; confirm the layout with the operator before booking.
Charter cost per hour
Charter the Astra at roughly $4,500–$7,500 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Midsize jets like this carry 7–9 passengers; the per-seat math improves sharply as you fill the cabin.
Rates are flight-hour pricing. Total cost depends on round-trip vs. one-way, positioning, fuel surcharges, and taxes (~15% on top of base). Run the math on your trip →
Frequently Asked Questions
How many passengers does the Astra seat?
Most Astra cabins seat 9 passengers in their standard charter configuration. Operator floor plans vary — some fleets configure for fewer seats with a divan or club-four layout.
How much does it cost to charter a Astra?
Astra charter rates typically run $4,500–$7,500 per flight hour. Booking window, weekend versus weekday, and event-week surcharges move you within the band. A four-hour mission with taxi and positioning typically lands between $22,500 and $37,500 all-in.
Where do Astras actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 29 Astra flights. The single busiest route was Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (KPWK) to Alton/St Louis (KALN), with 3 flights observed.
How do I book a Astra empty leg?
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Astras for Charter (1)
Where Astras actually fly
ADS-B-tracked flights from the trailing 90 days. Numbers cover aircraft on our charter database; private corporate fleets and operators using PIA registration are not in this count. Methodology →
Top routes
Busiest origins
Most active operators
| Operator | Aircraft | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Illinois Flight Center, Inc. | 1 | 29 |
Comparable aircraft
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