HondaJet Elite II
Very Light Jet - 5 passengers, 1,547 nm published range
About the HondaJet Elite II
The HondaJet Elite II is Honda Aircraft's flagship very light jet, distinguished by its patented over-the-wing engine mount (OTWEM) design and natural laminar flow wing, which together free up cabin volume and cut drag versus conventional light-jet layouts. It is the fastest and longest-range aircraft in the very-light-jet class.
Who charters it
Charter clients choose the Elite II for its class-leading speed and range among VLJs, letting it cover routes (e.g., coast-adjacent regional city pairs) that rival some light jets, while its efficient twin-engine HF120s keep hourly rates competitive with single-engine VLJs.
Mission fit: the HondaJet Elite II at a glance
A modern light jet for a very small party on short hops, though the cabin is compact and luggage space is worth planning around.
Best for
- Denver to the West Coast nonstop with four aboard, after reserves and headwind
- Small parties of up to 5
Think twice if
- Denver to the East Coast with four aboard: plan on a fuel stop
- Its range was published lighter than four aboard, so we plan it with extra margin
- Standing room matters: the cabin is about 4'10" tall
Mountain airports
Limited. Eagle can work. For Aspen or Telluride we usually suggest a different aircraft.
Computed from specifications current as of 2026-09-28. Range lines start from the 1,547 nm four-passenger figure, hold back a reserve and fly into a 50 kt headwind. Winds, weight and the operator's own performance numbers decide any given day. Check your route in the Range Explorer.
Specifications
- Class
- Very Light
- Manufacturer
- Honda Aircraft Company
- Published range
- 1,547 nm
- Range as published (flown lighter than four passengers)
- 1,547 nm
- Planning range (80% for the lighter load, 50 kt headwind)
- 1,090 nm
- Seats
- 5 typical, 7 max
- Service ceiling
- 43,000 ft
- Takeoff field
- 3,600 ft
- Cabin height
- 4'10"
- Cabin width
- 5'0"
- Cabin length
- 17'10"
- Indicative rate
- Est. $2,500 - $3,800/hr
- Production
- In production
Specifications current as of 2026-09-28. Published range assumes still air, an optimum profile, and a light payload. Rates are indicative and vary with routing, availability, and operator.
Worth knowing
- Over-the-wing engine mount (OTWEM) frees up cabin and baggage space
- Natural laminar flow wing and nose for reduced drag
- Garmin G3000 avionics with autothrottle
- Optional Garmin Emergency Autoland
- Fastest, longest-range aircraft in the VLJ category
Colorado mountain airports: limited
Performance-wise the HondaJet can work ASE and EGE with light loads, and brokers do offer it for short Aspen legs, but few are on charter certificates and many are owner-flown and no source confirms regular Telluride service for the type. Treat EGE as workable, ASE as a light-load case-by-case option, and TEX as unusual for this type until an operator confirms it.
Planning guidance only. The operator, the AFM performance data, and conditions on the day are the final authority.
FAA Part 135 data
On US charter certificates
24
aircraft on FAA Part 135 charter certificates
13
certificate holders operate them
Counted: HondaJet, every variant including the Elite and Elite II (FAA model HA-420)
Built 2016 to 2026
Being on a certificate means an aircraft may be flown for hire. It does not mean every one is offered to the public. For each trip we confirm the specific operator and aircraft, and review its safety audits, before you book.
- Cessna Citation CJ1+57
- Cirrus Vision Jet (SF50 G2+)45
- Learjet 31A34
- Embraer Phenom 100EX30
- HondaJet Elite II24
- Beechcraft Premier IA22
Source: FAA Part 135 Operators and Aircraft list, as published September 10, 2026.
Is the HondaJet Elite II right for your trip?
See how far it reaches from your departure airport, or send us the trip and we will price it against the alternatives.