The Challenger 605 is the modernized Puerto Rico heavy jet from San Juan (SJU), seating 9 to 12 with the same 4,000 nautical mile range as the 604 and an updated flight deck. It links SJU nonstop to the US West Coast and across South America. The current-generation cabin in the widely flown 60-series.
Bombardier introduced the Challenger 605 in 2006 with a redesigned cabin, larger windows, and current avionics, cruising near 470 knots at 41,000 feet. It is the most refined of the pre-650 Challengers.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Heavy Jet
- Manufacturer: Bombardier Aerospace
- Year introduced: 2006
- Seating: 9 to 12
- Crew: 2
- Range: 4,000 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 470 knots
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 68.3 feet
- Wingspan: 64.3 feet
- Height: 20.7 feet
- Baggage volume: 115 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Challenger 605 Fits Puerto Rico
The 605 fits Puerto Rico clients who want the proven Challenger range with a newer cabin and quieter interior on San Juan to West Coast or South America legs. Comfort and current systems come standard.
When the trip profile matches a 604 but the client prefers the later cabin, the 605 is the pick out of SJU.
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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 Challenger 605 run $8,000 to $10,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Heavy Jets Available
- Bombardier Challenger 650
- Cessna Citation Hemisphere
- Challenger 600
- Challenger 601
- Challenger 604
- Dassault Falcon 2000LXS
Contact
For a quote on a Challenger 605 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.