The Learjet 55 brought a stand-up cabin and midsize interior to the Learjet line, and it remains in service on the strength of that cabin upgrade and a range that covers most domestic routes from Orlando without a fuel stop. For groups of six to eight who need more than a light jet but are not ready for heavy-jet pricing, the 55 is a familiar option.
Bombardier built the Learjet 55 as the midsize step up from the 35/36 series: a wider fuselage, stand-up cabin, Garrett TFE731-3 engines and eight seats. Range is around 2,700 nautical miles. The 55C added winglets. [EXTERNAL_LINK]
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Learjet (Bombardier)
- Year introduced: 1981
- Seating: 8 to 10
- Crew: 2
- Range: 2,165 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 402 knots
- Service ceiling: 51,000 feet
- Length: 55.1 feet
- Wingspan: 43.8 feet
- Height: 14.7 feet
- Baggage volume: 60 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Learjet 55 Fits Orlando
KORL handles Learjet 55 operations easily, and the aircraft’s performance means departure weight and runway length are rarely limiting factors for standard passenger loads. Business travelers flying into Orlando for OCCC events or corporate headquarters visits find the stand-up cabin a meaningful step up from light-jet alternatives.
Spring training and race-week travel bring repeat charter demand to the Orlando market every year, and the Learjet 55 fits the price point that sports and entertainment groups typically target. The 55C’s winglets improve range slightly, which gives the Caribbean routing more comfortable margins on warm-weather departures.
Snowbird seasonal travel between the Northeast and central Florida is a natural fit for the 55. The route distances from Boston, New York, or Philadelphia to KORL are well within the aircraft’s range, and the cabin is comfortable enough for a two-to-three-hour flight. The type’s availability in the Florida charter market generally keeps wait times short.
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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 Learjet 55 run $4,000 to $5,200 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Midsize Jets Available
- Cessna Citation Excel / XLS
- Cessna Citation III
- Cessna Citation VII
- Falcon 20
- Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX
- Hawker 750
The full midsize jets category page lists every midsize jet we arrange for Orlando departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Learjet 55 charter in or out of Orlando, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to 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.