The Boeing 737-800BCF carries Puerto Rico’s narrow-body air freight through San Juan (SJU), moving containerized loads up to 2,000 nautical miles. It fits SJU to the US mainland, Central America, or the Caribbean on efficient modern engines. A current-generation converted freighter.
Boeing converts the 737-800 passenger jet into the Boeing Converted Freighter, cruising near Mach 0.785 up to about 41,000 feet. It offers more capacity and efficiency than the older 737-400 freighter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Cargo Aircraft
- Manufacturer: Boeing Commercial Airplanes (Boeing Converted Freighter)
- Year introduced: 2018
- Seating: Crew only (cargo)
- Crew: 2
- Range: 2,000 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.785 (~454 kt)
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 129.5 feet
- Wingspan: 117.4 feet
- Height: 41.2 feet
- Baggage volume: 4,996 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Crew only
Why the Boeing 737-800BCF Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the 737-800BCF fits scheduled and charter freight with better economics than earlier 737 freighters: San Juan to Miami, the Gulf, or Caribbean hubs. Modern engines lower the cost per trip.
For narrow-body volumes out of SJU where efficiency counts, the 800BCF is the newer choice.
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 Boeing 737-800BCF run $6,000 to $8,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Cargo Aircrafts Available
- ATR 72F
- Antonov An-124 Ruslan
- Boeing 737-400 Freighter
- Boeing 747-400F
- Boeing 747-8F
- Boeing 757 Freighter
Contact
For a quote on a Boeing 737-800BCF charter in or out of Puerto Rico, 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.