Challenger 604 Specifications & Booking
Manufacturer: Bombardier
Manufactured Country: Canada
Seats: 9
Crew: 2
Range: 4603 mi (7408 km)
Price Per Hour:
$5,773
Maximum Speed: 564 mph(908 km/h)
Cruise Speed: 531 mph (854 km/h)
Service ceiling: 41,000 ft
Rate of climb: 4,345 fpm
Length: 68 ft 5 in
Height: 20 ft 8 in
Wingspan: 64 ft 4 in
Baggage Capacity: 16 bags (Width: 45cm/18in Height: 67cm/16in)
The Bombardier Challenger 601 series originated from Bombardier in Canada with production of the Bombardier Challenger 601 series starting in 1980. It is used in various roles including executive transport and freight. It continues to set industry benchmarks with its cutting-edge features and superior performance.
Available Empty Leg Flights on the Challenger 604
From:
Basseterre, Robert L. Bradshaw International (SKB), KN
Basseterre, Robert L. Bradshaw International (SKB), KN
To:
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
Departure date:
12.11.2026
12.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
12
12
$20,319
Distance between SKB - OPF:
1274 mi (2050 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 24 minutes
Cost per person:
$1693.26
Cost per hour:
$8466.08
From:
Scottsdale, Scottsdale Airport (SDL), AZ, US
Scottsdale, Scottsdale Airport (SDL), AZ, US
To:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Departure date:
17.11.2026
17.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
10
10
$30,581
Distance between SDL - YYZ:
3811 mi (6133 km)
Estimated flight duration:
7 hours : 10 minutes
Cost per person:
$3058.05
Cost per hour:
$4258.55
From:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
To:
Montpellier, Méditerranée (MPL), FR
Montpellier, Méditerranée (MPL), FR
Departure date:
19.11.2026
19.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
12
12
$55,878
Distance between YYZ - MPL:
3981 mi (6407 km)
Estimated flight duration:
7 hours : 30 minutes
Cost per person:
$4656.54
Cost per hour:
$7447.99
From:
Santa Fe, Municipal (SAF), NM, US
Santa Fe, Municipal (SAF), NM, US
To:
Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), BC, CA
Vancouver, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), BC, CA
Departure date:
21.11.2026
21.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
12
12
$18,567
Distance between SAF - YVR:
1276 mi (2054 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 24 minutes
Cost per person:
$1547.27
Cost per hour:
$7721.53
From:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
To:
New Bedford, New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB), MA, US
New Bedford, New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB), MA, US
Departure date:
21.11.2026
21.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
12
12
$10,921
Distance between YYZ - EWB:
461 mi (741 km)
Estimated flight duration:
0 hours : 52 minutes
Cost per person:
$910.12
Cost per hour:
$12580.54
From:
Hamilton, L.F. Wade International International (BDA), BM
Hamilton, L.F. Wade International International (BDA), BM
To:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Departure date:
22.11.2026
22.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
10
10
$24,384
Distance between BDA - YYZ:
1125 mi (1811 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 7 minutes
Cost per person:
$2438.41
Cost per hour:
$11501.11
From:
Hamilton, L.F. Wade International International (BDA), BM
Hamilton, L.F. Wade International International (BDA), BM
To:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Departure date:
23.11.2026
23.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
12
12
$20,319
Distance between BDA - YYZ:
1125 mi (1811 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 7 minutes
Cost per person:
$1693.26
Cost per hour:
$9583.78
From:
Toluca, Licenciado Adolfo Lopez Mateos International (TLC), MX
Toluca, Licenciado Adolfo Lopez Mateos International (TLC), MX
To:
Carlsbad, Mc Clellan-Palomar (CRQ), CA, US
Carlsbad, Mc Clellan-Palomar (CRQ), CA, US
Departure date:
23.11.2026
23.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
9
9
$20,078
Distance between TLC - CRQ:
4833 mi (7778 km)
Estimated flight duration:
9 hours : 6 minutes
Cost per person:
$2230.84
Cost per hour:
$2204.36
From:
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
Miami, Opa-locka Executive (OPF), FL, US
To:
Bedford, Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED), MA, US
Bedford, Laurence G Hanscom Field (BED), MA, US
Departure date:
24.11.2026
24.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
10
10
$27,305
Distance between OPF - BED:
1254 mi (2017 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 21 minutes
Cost per person:
$2730.48
Cost per hour:
$11558.62
From:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
To:
White Plains, Westchester County (HPN), NY, US
White Plains, Westchester County (HPN), NY, US
Departure date:
25.11.2026
25.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
12
12
$8,191
Distance between YYZ - HPN:
351 mi (566 km)
Estimated flight duration:
0 hours : 39 minutes
Cost per person:
$682.59
Cost per hour:
$12368.71
From:
Teterboro, Teterboro Airport (TEB), NJ, US
Teterboro, Teterboro Airport (TEB), NJ, US
To:
Fort Worth, Meacham International (FTW), TX, US
Fort Worth, Meacham International (FTW), TX, US
Departure date:
25.11.2026
25.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
10
10
$29,598
Distance between TEB - FTW:
1399 mi (2251 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 38 minutes
Cost per person:
$2959.84
Cost per hour:
$11229.65
From:
Mc Call, Municipal (MYL), ID, US
Mc Call, Municipal (MYL), ID, US
To:
Toluca, Licenciado Adolfo Lopez Mateos International (TLC), MX
Toluca, Licenciado Adolfo Lopez Mateos International (TLC), MX
Departure date:
26.11.2026
26.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
9
9
$27,202
Distance between MYL - TLC:
2007 mi (3230 km)
Estimated flight duration:
3 hours : 46 minutes
Cost per person:
$3022.48
Cost per hour:
$7192.03
From:
North Platte, Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF), NE, US
North Platte, Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF), NE, US
To:
Santa Barbara, Municipal (SBA), CA, US
Santa Barbara, Municipal (SBA), CA, US
Departure date:
26.11.2026
26.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
10
10
$22,389
Distance between LBF - SBA:
1134 mi (1824 km)
Estimated flight duration:
2 hours : 8 minutes
Cost per person:
$2238.94
Cost per hour:
$10480.04
From:
Houston, William P Hobby (HOU), TX, US
Houston, William P Hobby (HOU), TX, US
To:
North Platte, Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF), NE, US
North Platte, Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF), NE, US
Departure date:
28.11.2026
28.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
10
10
$16,820
Distance between HOU - LBF:
849 mi (1367 km)
Estimated flight duration:
1 hours : 36 minutes
Cost per person:
$1682.01
Cost per hour:
$10509.74
From:
New Bedford, New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB), MA, US
New Bedford, New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB), MA, US
To:
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Toronto, Lester B. Pearson International (YYZ), ON, CA
Departure date:
28.11.2026
28.11.2026
Aircraft:
Challenger 604
Challenger 604
Capacity:
12
12
$10,921
Distance between EWB - YYZ:
461 mi (741 km)
Estimated flight duration:
0 hours : 52 minutes
Cost per person:
$910.12
Cost per hour:
$12580.54
Overview of the Challenger 604
The Bombardier Challenger 604 is a twin-engine business jet with a primary purpose as a corporate transport. Manufactured by Bombardier Aerospace, it made its first flight on August 24, 1993, and entered service in June 1995.
Technical Specifications
- Dimensions:
- Length: 75 feet (22.86 meters)
- Wingspan: 62 feet (18.89 meters)
- Height: 23 feet (7.01 meters)
- Weight:
- Empty weight: 38,400 pounds (17,363 kilograms)
- Maximum takeoff weight: 52,500 pounds (23,800 kilograms)
- Engines:
- Type: General Electric CF6-50E2 engines
- Thrust: 13,000 pounds-force (57.7 kN) each
- Fuel efficiency: 0.52 pounds per nautical mile (1.14 kg/km)
- Performance:
- Maximum speed: Mach 0.82 (530 mph or 853 km/h)
- Range: 4,000 nautical miles (7,408 kilometers) at maximum fuel
- Cruising altitude: 37,000 feet (11,275 meters)
- Capacity:
- Passengers: Up to 19 passengers
- Cargo: Maximum cargo capacity of 3,500 pounds (1,588 kilograms)
- Crew: Two pilots and one cabin attendant
Design and Features
The Challenger 604 features a distinctive design with a high-aspect-ratio wing and a large, curved windshield. Its aerodynamics were optimized for improved fuel efficiency and reduced noise levels. The aircraft also boasts advanced avionics, including a glass cockpit and autopilot system.
History and Development
- Key milestones:
- First flight: August 24, 1993
- Certification: June 1995
- Entry into service: July 1995
- Challenges faced during development:
- Meeting noise abatement regulations
- Optimizing aerodynamics for improved fuel efficiency
- Significant upgrades or variants:
- Bombardier Challenger 604ER (Extended Range): Increased range and fuel capacity
Interesting Facts
- Unique design choices:
- Hinged nose section for improved visibility
- Large, curved windshield
- Famous flights or events:
- Pilot and astronaut Scott Parazynski's Challenger 604 flight to the South Pole
- Pop culture appearances:
- The aircraft was featured in the TV series "Laverne & Shirley"
What makes the Challenger 604 unique?
The Challenger 604's unique design, with its high-aspect-ratio wing and curved windshield, provides improved aerodynamics, reduced noise levels, and enhanced visibility. Additionally, its advanced avionics and autopilot system ensure a smooth flight experience.
How much does the Challenger 604 cost?
The estimated cost range for a used Challenger 604 is between $5 million to $10 million, depending on the configuration, customization, and age of the aircraft. A new Challenger 604ER would likely cost around $20-25 million.
What is the range of the Challenger 604?
The Challenger 604 has a maximum range of approximately 4,000 nautical miles (7,408 kilometers), making it suitable for transatlantic flights and intracontinental travel. Its fuel efficiency also allows for longer flight times with reduced fuel consumption.
What are the key features of the Challenger 604's interior?
The Challenger 604's interior can be customized to meet specific requirements, but it typically features a spacious cabin with seating for up to 19 passengers. The aircraft also includes amenities such as climate control, audio-video systems, and galleys or lavatories.
