The Bombardier Challenger 300 is the aircraft that established the super midsize category for Dallas charter clients who needed more range and cabin space than midsize jets offered but didn’t need a heavy jet’s operating cost. Its 3,100 nautical miles of range and a proven 14-year production run built a charter fleet large enough that finding one for a last-minute DFW trip is a realistic expectation.
Bombardier developed the Challenger 300 on a new airframe with a supercritical wing and Honeywell HTF7000 engines, entering service in 2004. The cabin seats 8 to 9 passengers with a flat floor and stand-up height. Range is 3,100 nautical miles. Production ended when the Challenger 350 replaced it, but the Challenger 300 charter fleet remains large and active.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Bombardier Aviation
- Year introduced: 2004
- Seating: 8 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,100 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 459 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 68.6 feet
- Wingspan: 63.8 feet
- Height: 20.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 106 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Challenger 300 Fits Dallas
Dallas to New York at 1,500 nautical miles is a comfortable nonstop in the Challenger 300, with enough range margin for a standard wind day without payload compromises. For DFW corporate accounts that book the super midsize category regularly, the Challenger 300 is often the more affordable option alongside the 350, with comparable range on the corridors that matter most to the Dallas market.
The Challenger 300’s large fleet and wide operator network across Texas mean it is often the first aircraft to come up on Dallas availability searches on peak corporate travel dates. For energy sector clients who need a super midsize on short notice for a multi-city energy corridor week, the Challenger 300’s operator availability makes it a practical first call.
Because the Challenger 300 is an older platform, interior condition varies. A freshly refurbished Challenger 300 is a different cabin experience from one that has not been touched since 2012. We confirm interior condition and specification before presenting it as an option, alongside the ARGUS or Wyvern status of the operating certificate.
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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; 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 Challenger 300 run $6,000 to $8,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
At $6,000 to $8,000 per hour, the Challenger 300 is typically priced below the Challenger 350 on the same route. For Dallas clients with flexibility on platform selection, it is the first comparison to run when a Challenger 350 quote comes in.
Other Super Midsize Jets Available
- Bombardier Challenger 350
- Bombardier Challenger 3500
- Cessna Citation Latitude
- Cessna Citation Longitude
- Citation Sovereign
- Citation X / 10
The full super midsize jets category page lists every super midsize jet we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Challenger 300 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.