The Airbus ACJ320 provides the A320 fuselage in corporate configuration and, for groups above 19 passengers, operates under FAR Part 121, with its stricter crew and operating requirements compared to Part 135. From DFW, it covers 4,300 nautical miles and carries 19 to 25 passengers in an Airbus-configured interior that preserves the walkaround space and stand-up headroom of the airliner fuselage. Dallas groups that outgrow a conventional heavy jet without requiring the range or passenger count of a widebody often book the ACJ320.
Airbus adds supplemental fuel tanks to the standard A320 airframe to extend the ACJ320’s range beyond the commercial aircraft’s published figures. The cabin in a corporate configuration typically runs 19 to 25 seats in a lounge-forward, business-zone layout, with full galley service and a private area at the rear. CFM56 or IAE V2500 engines and full airliner-grade avionics are standard. Full specifications for the Airbus ACJ320 are published by Airbus Corporate Jets.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: VIP Airliner
- Manufacturer: Airbus Corporate Jets
- Year introduced: 2002
- Seating: 19 to 25
- Crew: 2
- Range: 4,300 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.78 (about 448 knots)
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 123.3 feet
- Wingspan: 117.5 feet
- Height: 38.6 feet
- Baggage volume: 1,000 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Airbus ACJ320 Fits Dallas
Dallas corporate groups of 20 to 25 people traveling to a domestic or Caribbean destination face a gap in the market: a heavy jet is too small, and a full airliner is overkill. The ACJ320 addresses that gap with a configured cabin for the group size and a Part 121 operation that meets the FAA’s most rigorous charter standard for its passenger count.
Texas-based law firms, private equity groups, or energy companies moving a 20 to 25-person senior delegation to New York, Miami, or the Caribbean find the ACJ320’s cabin more comfortable than splitting the group across two heavy jets. One aircraft, one ground handler, one catering order.
KDFW’s runway length handles the ACJ320’s full fuel load without restriction; for domestic routes, KDAL or KAFW may also be suitable depending on the specific payload and routing requirements.
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 ACJ320 run $18,000 to $25,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
ACJ320 rates typically run $18,000 to $25,000 per hour as of 8/2026; groups above 19 passengers operate under FAR Part 121, and pricing reflects that operational standard.
Other VIP Airliners Available
The full vip airliners category page lists every vip airliner we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Airbus ACJ320 charter from Dallas, TX, 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.