The Beechcraft King Air 100 is a Puerto Rico short-hop and inter-island turboprop, working San Juan (SJU) and Isla Grande (SIG) plus the shorter strips, with 6 to 8 seats. Its 1,325 nautical mile range is built for the Vieques, Culebra, and eastern-Caribbean legs rather than long hauls. A durable, economical twin turboprop.
Beechcraft introduced the King Air 100 in 1969 as a stretched, higher-capacity member of the early King Air line. It cruises near 234 knots at up to 28,000 feet on two PT6 turboprops that tolerate hot, humid Caribbean operating conditions.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Turboprop
- Manufacturer: Beechcraft (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 1969
- Seating: 6 to 8
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 1,325 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 234 knots
- Service ceiling: 28,000 feet
- Length: 39.9 feet
- Wingspan: 45.9 feet
- Height: 15.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 54 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Beechcraft King Air 100 Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the King Air 100 fits the trip a jet cannot economically fly: San Juan or Isla Grande out to Vieques (VQS, 4,301 feet), Culebra, St. Thomas, or St. Croix. Short-field access and low hourly cost are the point.
For a family or small group running island legs from SJU or SIG, it delivers turboprop practicality without stepping up to the newer, faster King Airs.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
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- 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)
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- 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 Beechcraft King Air 100 run $1,800 to $2,600 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Turboprops Available
- Beechcraft Denali
- Beechcraft King Air 250
- Beechcraft King Air 260
- Beechcraft King Air 360
- Beechcraft King Air C90GTx
- Cessna Caravan & C208
Contact
For a quote on a Beechcraft King Air 100 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.