
Charter guide · Bombardier
The Bombardier Challenger 850 is a business jet developed from the CRJ200 regional airliner; the first corporate CRJ was offered in 1996 as the Challenger SE. Bombardier built 71 Challenger 850s from 2006 to 2012.
This guide answers what charter passengers ask most: how far it flies with a group, how big the cabin is, what fits in the hold and how it compares with the Legacy 600.
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Range
Range depends on what you carry. The figures below are published reference data; the operator calculates each real flight with winds and reserves.
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Blue ring: about 2,450 nm, typical published range. Cities beyond the ring need a fuel stop or a larger jet. Great-circle distances in still air; winds, payload and reserves change each flight.
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Routes
| Route | Airports | Distance | Flight time | Nonstop? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almaty to Delhi | ALA to DEL | 888 nm | about 2.0 h | Nonstop |
| Almaty to Doha | ALA to DOH | 1,652 nm | about 3.7 h | Nonstop |
| Almaty to Bangkok | ALA to BKK | 2,160 nm | about 4.9 h | Nonstop, lighter load |
| Almaty to Shanghai | ALA to PVG | 2,231 nm | about 5.0 h | Nonstop, lighter load |
| Almaty to Seoul | ALA to ICN | 2,253 nm | about 5.1 h | Nonstop, lighter load |
| Almaty to Cairo | ALA to CAI | 2,302 nm | about 5.2 h | Nonstop, lighter load |
| Almaty to Mykonos | ALA to JMK | 2,352 nm | about 5.3 h | Nonstop, lighter load |
| Almaty to Male | ALA to MLE | 2,359 nm | about 5.3 h | Nonstop, lighter load |
| Almaty to Prague | ALA to PRG | 2,538 nm | about 5.7 h | Fuel stop, or a larger jet |
| Almaty to Tokyo | ALA to HND | 2,877 nm | about 6.5 h | Fuel stop, or a larger jet |
Great-circle distances; still-air times at 442 kn. A planning guide only: winds, payload, runway, weather and the operator decide each flight.
Cabin
The cabin is about 14.76 m long, 2.49 m wide and 1.85 m high, the widest among the jets on this page.
Layouts usually have three zones, with up to 16 seats; VIP layouts typically seat 12 to 14.
Baggage
The baggage space is 8.6 m³ (304 cu ft). As a guide, it takes the luggage of a full group on a long trip. Remember that bags count against the same payload as passengers: about 4,256 kg in total.
Comparison
Challenger 850
Legacy 600
The Challenger 850 is wider and seats more; the Legacy 600 flies farther with a full cabin. Charter a Legacy 600.
Performance
History
FAQ
What is the range of the Challenger 850?
About 2,450 nm in typical conditions; about 2,800 nm at long-range cruise with a lighter load.
How many passengers does the Challenger 850 carry?
Up to 16; VIP layouts typically seat 12 to 14.
How big is the Challenger 850 cabin?
About 14.76 m long, 2.49 m wide and 1.85 m high.
What is the Challenger 850 based on?
The Bombardier CRJ200 regional jet.
How many Challenger 850s were built?
71, from 2006 to 2012.
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Published reference figures. Individual aircraft and operators vary. Page checked 17 October 2026.