Charter a King Air 300 Turboprop

The King Air 300 was built by taking the King Air 200's proven airframe and fitting it with genuinely more powerful PT6A-60A engines, each rated at 1,050 shaft horsepower, in reshaped cowlings designed to cut aerodynamic drag. The result is an aircraft that climbs to 35,000 feet, a ceiling most turboprops can't touch, letting it get above weather that would otherwise mean a rougher ride lower down.

That altitude capability came with a reputation beyond the corporate charter market. The King Air 300 has served as a corporate shuttle, an air ambulance, and a government survey and reconnaissance platform, flown by operators including branches of the Swiss Air Force and the U.S. Army. For a charter client, that same rugged, high-altitude-capable design translates into a smoother ride and more reliable performance across a wider range of conditions than most turboprops in its class.

The Beechcraft King Air 300 first flew on September 3, 1983, entered production in 1984, and ran until 1994, with 205 built. Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A engines and a 35,000-foot service ceiling define this generation, a genuine step up from the King Air 200 it was built from.

The published maximum range figures for the King Air 300 are best-case numbers, reached under long-range cruise settings with a light payload. Once a full passenger and baggage load, standard fuel reserves, and typical weather are factored in, practical range for most charter missions runs meaningfully lower than the published figure. This is worth confirming for any specific route near the edge of the aircraft's range, since the number that looks fine on a spec sheet can require a fuel stop in practice.

A turboprop trades a light jet's higher cruise speed for a meaningfully lower hourly rate. At $1,600–$2,200 per hour, the King Air 300 costs well below a light jet such as the Citation CJ3, and its high service ceiling helps it avoid weather a lower-flying turboprop cannot, though it still flies slower than a jet over the same distance.

• Lower cost: $1,300 to $2,500 per hour versus $2,300 to $3,800 for a light jet.
• Higher ceiling than most turboprops: 35,000 feet versus the mid-20,000s for many competing turboprops.
• Slower cruise: 310 knots versus 480 knots or faster for a light jet.
• Best mission: regional to medium-range trips of up to nine passengers where cost and weather-avoidance altitude matter more than raw speed.

The King Air 300 typically seats six to seven passengers in an executive configuration, with room for up to nine in a higher-density layout.

• The cabin's cross-section is shaped closer to a loaf of bread than a cylinder, freeing up shoulder room at seated height compared to a perfectly round fuselage.
• A built-in refreshment center, soft leather seating, and retractable worktables are standard on most charter-configured aircraft.
• An enclosed aft lavatory and baggage accessible in flight are common features.
• Five cabin windows per side provide natural light; confirm baggage allowance at booking for larger loads such as golf clubs or ski equipment.

The King Air 300 performs best on regional and medium-range routes where its high service ceiling and lower hourly rate outweigh a light jet's speed advantage.

King Air 300 charter rates run $1,600–$2,200 per flight hour, standard pricing within the turboprop category. Total one-way trip pricing depends on route distance, positioning, and demand. Contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573 for a current quote.

The $1,600–$2,200 hourly rate covers core operational costs. Additional fees are quoted separately on every trip, which matters when comparing total trip prices.

• Aircraft operation: fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate.
• Pilots: the King Air 300 flies with two pilots in charter service.
• Federal excise tax and segment fees: federally mandated, quoted separately.
• Positioning costs: charged if the aircraft must reposition to your departure airport.
• International handling fees: apply on Caribbean, Canada, and other international hops.

Contact Hogani Jets for current pricing and details.

The most common cross-shop comparisons are the King Air 200, the airframe it was built from, and the King Air 350, its larger and longer-cabin successor. The King Air 300 wins on service ceiling and engine power over the 200; the 350 wins on cabin length and passenger capacity.

Hogani Jets coordinates each King Air 300 charter through licensed Part 135 operators. Hogani Jets does not operate the aircraft directly. Every charter is conducted by a licensed Part 135 direct air carrier whose crew, maintenance, and operations remain under that carrier's independent operational control, with certifications and safety records reviewed as part of every booking.

The King Air 300 is a strong fit on regional and medium-range legs where its higher service ceiling and lower hourly rate outperform a light jet's speed advantage. The following Hogani Jets route pages cover its most relevant charter corridors.

• New York to Nantucket private jet charter
• Dallas to Chicago private jet charter
• Los Angeles to Denver private jet charter

Ready to book a King Air 300 charter or check availability? Contact Hogani Jets for a tailored quote. Call +1-855-660-0573 or email charter@hoganijets.com, and our team will coordinate the right aircraft and operator for your trip.