The Dassault Falcon 20 is one of the oldest French business jets still active in the charter market, and for Dallas charter clients who need capacity rather than range, its 8-to-10 seat cabin covers a group that would crowd a typical 7-seat midsize. DFW corporate travel managers booking group moves to Houston, Austin, or other Texas cities will find the Falcon 20’s passenger count a practical advantage over most aircraft at its rate.
Dassault introduced the Falcon 20 in the 1960s as the first business jet in its Falcon family, originally powered by General Electric CF700 engines and later upgraded to various configurations. The wide fuselage carries 8 to 10 passengers, more than most midsize competitors. Range reaches 1,810 nautical miles. As a mature airframe, condition and interior quality vary significantly across the charter fleet. Full specifications for the Falcon 20 are published by Dassault Falcon.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Dassault Aviation
- Year introduced: 1965
- Seating: 8 to 10
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,810 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 400 knots
- Service ceiling: 42,000 feet
- Length: 56.3 feet
- Wingspan: 53.5 feet
- Height: 17.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 60 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Falcon 20 Fits Dallas
The Falcon 20’s value for Dallas clients is its passenger count on short-to-medium corridors. Dallas to Houston at roughly 240 nautical miles, Dallas to Austin at under 200 nautical miles, Dallas to San Antonio at around 250 nautical miles: these intrastate Texas runs fit a team of eight comfortably without stepping up to a larger, more expensive aircraft category.
At 1,810 nautical miles, the range covers Dallas to Los Angeles in the right conditions but with less margin than newer midsize aircraft. For Dallas to New York, the range is workable but the Falcon 20 is not the first choice for a full cabin on headwind days. The aircraft is best applied to Texas intrastate trips and Southwest regional routes out of Dallas.
Because the Falcon 20 is a mature airframe, operator certification and ARGUS or Wyvern status are particularly important. We verify the operating certificate, review the operator’s safety and incident history, confirm pilot qualification on type, and check any third-party audit status before presenting this aircraft to a client.
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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.
- 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 Falcon 20 run $4,500 to $5,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
At $4,500 to $5,800 per hour, the Falcon 20 prices at the midsize band despite its age. For a Dallas group needing 8-plus seats on a Texas intrastate trip, compare it against turbo-prop alternatives and newer light jets with extra seats before committing.
Other Midsize Jets Available
- Cessna Citation Excel / XLS
- Cessna Citation III
- Cessna Citation VII
- Embraer Legacy 450
- Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX
- Hawker 750
The full midsize jets category page lists every midsize jet we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Falcon 20 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.