Heavy Jet · Comparison

Dassault Falcon 900EX vs Embraer ERJ 135

Side-by-side Heavy Jet analysis of the Dassault Falcon 900EX and Embraer ERJ 135: 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
12 / 13
Range
8,300 km / 6,020 km
Dassault Falcon 900EXDassault Falcon 900EX12 seats8,300 km range4 empty-leg offersEmbraer ERJ 135Embraer ERJ 13513 seats6,020 km range63 empty-leg offers

How to choose

Cabin and capacity: the Dassault Falcon 900EX is configured for 12 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Embraer ERJ 135 offers 13 seats and 1.8 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.

Mission fit: published range is 8,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 900EX versus 6,020 km for the Embraer ERJ 135, with cruise speeds of 880 km/h and 828 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 Dassault Falcon 900EX and $4,300/hr for the Embraer ERJ 135. Takeoff runway guidance is 1675 m versus 1760 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.

Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 4 live public offers for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 63 for the Embraer ERJ 135 right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.

Specs & availability

SpecDassault Falcon 900EXEmbraer ERJ 135
ManufacturerDassaultEmbraer
CategoryHeavy JetHeavy Jet
Seats1213
Range8,300 km6,020 km
Cruise speed880 km/h828 km/h
Typical hourly cost$4,900/hr$4,300/hr
Cabin height1.9 m1.8 m
Takeoff runway1675 m1760 m
Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet463

Key takeaways

The Embraer ERJ 135 seats more passengers (13 vs 12). On published range, the Dassault Falcon 900EX covers more distance (8,300 km vs 6,020 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Embraer ERJ 135 ($4,300/hr vs $4,900/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Embraer ERJ 135 (63 vs 4).

FAQ

Which seats more passengers, the Dassault Falcon 900EX or the Embraer ERJ 135?

Published seating is 12 for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 13 for the Embraer ERJ 135.

Which has longer range, the Dassault Falcon 900EX or the Embraer ERJ 135?

Published range is 8,300 km for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 6,020 km for the Embraer ERJ 135.

What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Dassault Falcon 900EX and the Embraer ERJ 135?

Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,900/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and $4,300/hr for the Embraer ERJ 135.

How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Dassault Falcon 900EX vs the Embraer ERJ 135?

EmptyJet currently lists 4 empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 900EX and 63 for the Embraer ERJ 135. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.