The HondaJet Elite is the longer-legged development of the aircraft above, and out of Los Angeles that extra range is what makes it a genuinely useful charter aircraft rather than a short-hop one. Same five or six seats and 422 knots, 1,437 nautical miles.
Honda Aircraft improved the HA-420 with additional fuel capacity, a redesigned wing fairing and a quieter cabin to create the Elite. Five to six seats, 422 knots and 1,437 nautical miles of range. Every HondaJet Elite we arrange flies with an operator certificated under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Entry-Level Jet
- Manufacturer: Honda Aircraft Company
- Year introduced: 2018
- Seating: 5 to 6
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,437 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 422 knots
- Service ceiling: 43,000 feet
- Length: 42.6 feet
- Wingspan: 39.8 feet
- Height: 14.9 feet
- Baggage volume: 66 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the HondaJet Elite Fits Los Angeles
Two hundred and thirty extra nautical miles over the standard HondaJet changes which trips work nonstop from Van Nuys. Los Cabos, Mexico, Denver and Seattle stop being marginal, and the return leg against the winds has margin in it.
The Elite is also noticeably quieter in the cabin than the original, which on a three-hour leg is what passengers actually notice. Combined with the speed it is the most comfortable aircraft in this category for a working flight.
For a Los Angeles client choosing between the two HondaJets, the Elite is worth the difference whenever the trip crosses a state line. Inside the basin and out to Las Vegas, NV the standard aircraft does the same job.
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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 HondaJet Elite run $3,400 to $4,700 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
The HondaJet Elite quotes at the top of the entry-level band, and on any Los Angeles trip over about two hours the range it adds is usually cheaper than the fuel stop it avoids.
Other Entry-Level Jets Available
- Cessna Citation CJ1
- Cessna Citation M2
- Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510
- Cirrus Vision Jet SF50
- Eclipse 500
- Embraer Phenom 100
The full entry-level jets category page lists every entry-level jet we arrange for Los Angeles departures.
Contact
For a quote on a HondaJet Elite charter in or out of Los Angeles, 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.