Turboprops charter in Canada
Efficient on short hops and able to use short or unpaved runways that jets cannot.
- Models on charter
- 19
- Aircraft
- 571
- Operators
- 117
- Per hour
- C$4.7k to C$7.1k
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What is a turboprop?
A turboprop is an aircraft whose jet turbine engine turns a propeller. A large propeller moves a lot of air slowly, which is most efficient below about 725 km/h, so turboprops burn less fuel than jets on short trips but fly slower.
For charter that means a lower hourly rate, 6 to 9 seats and access to short runways, and on some models unpaved strips. Common models are the Pilatus PC-12, Beechcraft King Air 350 and King Air 200, and the Cessna Grand Caravan. They suit trips under about two hours, island hops and remote airstrips.
- Seats
- 6 to 9
- Non-stop range
- 1,000 to 1,800 nm
- Per flight hour
- C$4.7k to C$7.1k
- On charter in Canada
- 571 aircraft, 19 models
Sources:Wikipedia: Turboprop
Where it sits among the sizes
Each bar is the non-stop range of the class, from its shortest-legged model to its longest. Seats and the hourly price move up with it.
- Turboprops6 to 9 seats1,000 to 1,800 nm non-stopC$4.7k to C$7.1kper flight hour
- Light jets4 to 8 seats1,100 to 2,100 nm non-stopC$6.6k to C$10.3kper flight hour
- Midsize jets7 to 9 seats2,000 to 2,600 nm non-stopC$9.4k to C$13.1kper flight hour
- Super-midsize jets8 to 10 seats3,000 to 4,000 nm non-stopC$12.2k to C$16.9kper flight hour
- Heavy jets10 to 19 seats4,000 to 7,700 nm non-stopC$16.9k to C$26.3kper flight hour
Every turboprop on charter in Canada
19 models, most chartered first. The bar under each shows its range against the longest-legged turboprop here; figures are the manufacturers' published specifications.
106 on charterCessna Caravan / Grand Caravan
79 on charterPilatus PC-12
78 on charterBeechcraft King Air 200 / 250
77 on charterBeechcraft 1900
Full specifications on the model page
67 on charterDHC-3 Otter / Turbo Otter
Full specifications on the model page
54 on charterBeechcraft King Air 350 / 300
42 on charterBeechcraft King Air 100
Full specifications on the model page
18 on charterDHC-6 Twin Otter
Full specifications on the model page
11 on charterMitsubishi MU-2
Full specifications on the model page
7 on charterDornier 228
Full specifications on the model page
7 on charterDaher Kodiak
Full specifications on the model page
7 on charterSwearingen Merlin
Full specifications on the model page
5 on charterPiper Cheyenne
Full specifications on the model page
4 on charterShorts Skyvan
Full specifications on the model page
3 on charterBeechcraft King Air C90 / E90 / F90
Full specifications on the model page
3 on charterPiper Meridian / M600 / M700
Full specifications on the model page
1 on charterCessna SkyCourier
Full specifications on the model page
1 on charterPiaggio P.180 Avanti
Full specifications on the model page
1 on charterDaher TBM 700 / 850 / 900
Full specifications on the model page
What it is like inside a turboprop
How big is the cabin?
4 ft 6 in (1.37 m) tall and 5 ft 4 in (1.63 m) wide: most adults stoop slightly in the aisle. The cabin runs 16 ft 9 in (5.10 m).
Drawn to scale from the height and width; the figure is 1.80 m tall.
Drawn for the Cessna Grand Caravan EX, the most chartered turboprop in Canada whose cabin size we hold. Other models are listed with their cabin height above.
- Stand-up cabinNot usuallyHeights in the table above
- Pressurised cabinDepends on the aircraftThe PC-12 and King Air are; the Caravan is not, so it flies lower
- Enclosed lavatoryDepends on the aircraftOn some models only
- GalleyNot usuallySnacks and drinks
- Wi-FiDepends on the aircraftConfirmed for your tail
Every cabin is fitted out by its owner, so we confirm seats, beds and Wi-Fi for the actual aircraft on your quote.
Where a turboprop takes you non-stop from Canada
Popular routes within the range of most turboprop models on charter here. Flight time is at long-range cruise; the price is flight time at C$4.7k to C$7.1k an hour.
- Toronto to The Bahamas1,124 nm4h 11mC$20k to C$30k
- Toronto to Miami1,067 nm3h 59mC$19k to C$28k
- Vancouver to Los Angeles923 nm3h 29mC$16k to C$25k
- Vancouver to Las Vegas869 nm3h 18mC$15k to C$23k
- Toronto to Halifax695 nm2h 42mC$13k to C$19k
- Calgary to Vancouver371 nm1h 35mC$7k to C$11k
- Toronto to New York300 nm1h 20mC$6k to C$9k
- Montreal to New York278 nm1h 15mC$6k to C$9k
One way, flight time only: the quote adds positioning, airport charges and GST or HST where it applies, and airport fees. Headwinds or a full cabin can add a fuel stop on the longest routes.
Is a turboprop right for your trip?
Under about 2 hours: often the cheapest way to fly private.
Short or unpaved runways and islands: a turboprop goes where jets cannot.
Over about 2 hours, or weather you want to climb above: a light jet is faster and smoother.
per flight hour for the whole aircraft
- Flight time, at the hourly rate above
- Positioning, when the aircraft is based elsewhere
- Crew overnights, on trips of more than a day
- Airport, parking and handling charges
- GST or HST where it applies, and airport fees
The sizes either side
Turboprops operators in Canada
Compare turboprops side by side
Range, speed, cabin, seats and price from checked sources.
Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistHow much does it cost to charter a turboprop in Canada?+
About C$4.7k to C$7.1k per flight hour, before GST or HST where it applies, and airport fees, positioning and airport charges.
How many turboprops are available to charter in Canada?+
571 aircraft across 19 models with 117 operators.
How many people fit in a turboprop?+
Typically 6 to 9.
How far can a turboprop fly?+
1,000 to 1,800 nm non-stop, depending on passengers and winds.
Is a turboprop a jet?+
Its engine is a jet turbine, but the turbine turns a propeller instead of pushing the aircraft with its exhaust. In charter, turboprops are priced as their own class, below light jets.
Turboprop or jet: which is cheaper?+
Per hour, a turboprop is usually cheaper. On trips over about two hours a light jet's speed narrows the gap, because you pay for fewer hours.
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Manufacturers with aircraft on charter in Canada, most first.
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