Challenger 604/605
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 12 |
| Cabin length | 28.3 ft |
| Cabin width | 8.2 ft |
| Cabin height | 6.1 ft (stand-up) |
| Baggage volume | 115 cu ft |
| Lavatory | Fully enclosed |
| Galley | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Available on most aircraft |
| Cabin floor | Flat, walk-around |
The Challenger 604/605 carries a stand-up cabin — 6.1 ft tall, 8.2 ft wide. Adults move around without crouching. A fully enclosed lavatory makes it workable for longer legs. Connectivity varies by tail — most operators in this fleet have at least one Wi-Fi-equipped aircraft, but confirm before booking if you need to work in the air.
Operator floor plans vary. Some Challenger 604/605 cabins are configured with a divan that drops the headcount by one or two seats; confirm the layout with the operator before booking.
Range & performance
| Range | 4,000 nm |
| Max cruise | 488 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~415 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft |
At 4,000 nm, the Challenger 604/605 crosses the US coast-to-coast non-stop with a full cabin and reserves. Cross-Atlantic flights typically need a fuel stop.
Distances are real great-circle nautical miles from the selected hub. Angular positions are spaced for readability, not actual bearings. Range envelope assumes no wind and a full passenger load.
Charter cost per hour
Charter the Challenger 604/605 at roughly $10,000–$18,000 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Heavy jets like this carry 10–16 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 →
Challenger 604/605 vs Heavy Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Challenger 604/605?
The Bombardier Challenger 604/605 has a published range of 4,000 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the Challenger 604/605 seat?
Most Challenger 604/605 cabins seat 12 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 Challenger 604/605?
Challenger 604/605 charter rates typically run $10,000–$18,000 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 $50,000 and $90,000 all-in.
Can you stand up in a Challenger 604/605?
The Challenger 604/605 has a cabin height of 6.1 ft. Yes — most adults stand up when moving through the cabin.
Where do Challenger 604/605s actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 1,124 Challenger 604/605 flights. The single busiest route was Teterboro (KTEB) to Van Nuys (KVNY), with 9 flights observed.
How do I book a Challenger 604/605 empty leg?
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Available Empty Legs on Challenger 604/605s
Challenger 604/605s for Charter (33)
Where Challenger 604/605s 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
| Teterboro (KTEB) | 79 |
| Fort Lauderdale (KFXE) | 56 |
| Van Nuys (KVNY) | 39 |
| Dulles (KIAD) | 31 |
| Oklahoma City (KOKC) | 31 |
| Houston (KHOU) | 26 |
| Scottsdale (KSDL) | 24 |
| Warsaw (KASW) | 22 |
| Detroit (KYIP) | 21 |
| Monterey (KMRY) | 19 |
Most active operators
| Operator | Aircraft | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| Worldwide Jet Charter, Inc. | 3 | 262 |
| ACE AVIATION SERVICES CORPORATION | 2 | 143 |
| Image Air Charter LLC | 1 | 126 |
| FLIGHT PROGRAM OPERATIONS | 5 | 111 |
| Hera Flight, LLC | 1 | 83 |
| AVIATION CONSULTANTS INC. | 1 | 73 |
| JetsPlus | 1 | 67 |
| Tavaero Jet Charter Corporation | 2 | 45 |
| Midwest Jet Management, LLC | 1 | 44 |
| Pinnacle Air Charter LLC | 1 | 38 |
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