The Learjet 45 bridges the gap between the narrow older Learjets and the midsize 60-series with a wider, stand-up cabin and eight seats. It is a well-established aircraft in the Florida charter market, and the 45XR’s performance improvements make it a more capable choice for warm-weather summer departures from Orlando.
Bombardier built the Learjet 45 on a wider, stand-up fuselage with Honeywell TFE731-20 engines and eight seats, bridging the 30-series and 60-series Learjets. The 45XR improved hot-and-high performance. Range is around 2,100 nautical miles. [EXTERNAL_LINK]
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Light Jet
- Manufacturer: Bombardier (Learjet)
- Year introduced: 1998-2012
- Seating: 7 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,968 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 464 knots
- Service ceiling: 51,000 feet
- Length: 57.6 feet
- Wingspan: 47.8 feet
- Height: 14.1 feet
- Baggage volume: 65 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Learjet 45 Fits Orlando
KORL and KISM both accommodate the Learjet 45 without runway restrictions, and the stand-up cabin puts it ahead of older Learjets for passengers who do not want to crouch through the aisle. Corporate groups flying into Orlando for OCCC events or technology conferences at the convention center find the cabin fits most four-to-six-person executive teams.
Spring training travel from the Northeast and Midwest to central Florida is a seasonal demand driver, and the Learjet 45 covers those routes within its 2,100-nautical-mile range. The 45XR’s hot-and-high improvements mean summer departures with full loads are handled with better margins than the base 45.
Caribbean routing from KORL requires a fuel stop for some island destinations, but Nassau, Grand Cayman, and the Turks and Caicos are within direct range in favorable conditions. For leisure groups on a budget who still want a stand-up cabin and Learjet speed, the 45 sits in a practical pricing tier.
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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 45 run $4,200 to $5,500 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Super Light Jets Available
The full super light jets category page lists every super light jet we arrange for Orlando departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Learjet 45 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.