Hawker 850XP
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 8 |
| Cabin length | 21.3 ft |
| Cabin width | 6.0 ft |
| Cabin height | 5.8 ft (stand-up) |
| Baggage volume | 49 cu ft |
| Lavatory | Fully enclosed |
| Galley | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Available on most aircraft |
| Cabin floor | Flat, walk-around |
The cabin runs 5.8 ft tall — most passengers will crouch slightly when walking the aisle. 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 Hawker 850XP 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 | 2,642 nm |
| Max cruise | 447 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~380 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 41,000 ft |
2,642 nm covers most US domestic missions. Coast-to-coast with one stop, transcontinental city pairs east of the Rockies non-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 Hawker 850XP 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 →
Hawker 850XP vs Midsize Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Hawker 850XP?
The Hawker Hawker 850XP has a published range of 2,642 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the Hawker 850XP seat?
Most Hawker 850XP cabins seat 8 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 Hawker 850XP?
Hawker 850XP 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.
Can you stand up in a Hawker 850XP?
The Hawker 850XP has a cabin height of 5.8 ft. Yes — most adults stand up when moving through the cabin.
Where do Hawker 850XPs actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 1,467 Hawker 850XP flights. The single busiest route was Janesville (KJVL) to Chicago/Prospect Heights/Wheeling (KPWK), with 15 flights observed.
How do I book a Hawker 850XP empty leg?
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Available Empty Legs on Hawker 850XPs
Hawker 850XPs for Charter (27)
Where Hawker 850XPs 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SC Aviation, Inc. | 4 | 356 |
| Sky Quest LLC | 3 | 202 |
| East Coast Jets, Inc | 2 | 180 |
| Premier Air, Inc. | 1 | 150 |
| Elite Air, Inc. | 2 | 132 |
| DuPage Aerospace Corporation | 1 | 79 |
| Integrated Flight Resources, Inc. | 1 | 79 |
| F S AIR SERVICE INC | 1 | 57 |
| CD PILOT AND AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT SD, LLC | 1 | 57 |
| SpiritJets, LLC. | 1 | 47 |
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