Heavy Jet · Comparison
Bombardier Challenger 850 vs Dassault Falcon 900EX
Side-by-side Heavy Jet analysis of the Bombardier Challenger 850 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
- 15 / 12
- Range
- 5,200 km / 8,300 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Bombardier Challenger 850 is configured for 15 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 5,200 km for the Bombardier Challenger 850 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 $4,900/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 850 and $4,900/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900EX. Takeoff runway guidance is 1900 m versus 1675 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 93 live public offers for the Bombardier Challenger 850 and 5 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 850 | Dassault Falcon 900EX |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Bombardier | Dassault |
| Category | Heavy Jet | Heavy Jet |
| Seats | 15 | 12 |
| Range | 5,200 km | 8,300 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 880 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $4,900/hr | $4,900/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.9 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1900 m | 1675 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 93 | 5 |
Key takeaways
The Bombardier Challenger 850 seats more passengers (15 vs 12). On published range, the Dassault Falcon 900EX covers more distance (8,300 km vs 5,200 km). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 850 (93 vs 5).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Bombardier Challenger 850 or the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
Published seating is 15 for the Bombardier Challenger 850 and 12 for the Dassault Falcon 900EX.
Which has longer range, the Bombardier Challenger 850 or the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
Published range is 5,200 km for the Bombardier Challenger 850 and 8,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 900EX.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Bombardier Challenger 850 and the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,900/hr for the Bombardier Challenger 850 and $4,900/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900EX.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Bombardier Challenger 850 vs the Dassault Falcon 900EX?
EmptyJet currently lists 93 empty-leg offers for the Bombardier Challenger 850 and 5 for the Dassault Falcon 900EX. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.