Heavy Jet · Comparison
Bombardier Challenger 604 vs Dassault Falcon 900EX
Side-by-side Heavy Jet analysis of the Bombardier Challenger 604 and Dassault Falcon 900EX: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Heavy Jet
- Seats
- 10 / 12
- Range
- 7,400 km / 8,300 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Bombardier Challenger 604 is configured for 10 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Dassault Falcon 900EX offers 12 seats and 1.9 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 7,400 km for the Bombardier Challenger 604 versus 8,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 900EX, with cruise speeds of 850 km/h and 880 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $4,600/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 604 and $4,900/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900EX. Takeoff runway guidance is 1740 m versus 1675 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 130 live public offers for the Bombardier Challenger 604 and 4 for the Dassault Falcon 900EX right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Bombardier Challenger 604 | Dassault Falcon 900EX |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault |
| Category | Heavy Jet | Heavy Jet |
| Seats | 10 | 12 |
| Range | 7,400 km | 8,300 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 880 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $4,600/hr | $4,900/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.9 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1740 m | 1675 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 130 | 4 |
Key takeaways
The Dassault Falcon 900EX seats more passengers (12 vs 10). On published range, the Dassault Falcon 900EX covers more distance (8,300 km vs 7,400 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Bombardier Challenger 604 ($4,600/hr vs $4,900/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 604 (130 vs 4).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Bombardier Challenger 604 or the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
Published seating is 10 for the Bombardier Challenger 604 and 12 for the Dassault Falcon 900EX.
Which has longer range, the Bombardier Challenger 604 or the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
Published range is 7,400 km for the Bombardier Challenger 604 and 8,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 900EX.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Bombardier Challenger 604 and the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,600/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 604 and $4,900/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900EX.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Bombardier Challenger 604 vs the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
EmptyJet currently lists 130 empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 604 and 4 for the Dassault Falcon 900EX. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.