King Air 300

Passengers	Range	Cruise Speed	Charter From	Best For
Up to 9	1,610 nm (1,853 mi)	310 ktas (357 mph)	$1,300/hr	High-altitude cruise, regional to medium-range trips

Note: The hourly rate is not the total trip cost. Final pricing includes landing and handling fees, crew, overflight permits, and taxes, plus variable costs such as repositioning, de-icing, wait time, and overnights. Contact Hogani Jets for an accurate all-in quote.

Charter of a King Air 300 starts at $1,300 to $1,900 per flight hour. Manufactured by Beechcraft from 1984 to 1994, the King Air 300 is a twin-engine turboprop seating up to nine passengers with a range of roughly 1,610 nautical miles and a 310-knot cruise speed. Twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A engines let it climb to 35,000 feet, well above most turboprop competitors, which keeps passengers above weather that would otherwise force a bumpier ride at lower altitude. Hogani Jets coordinates each King Air 300 charter through licensed Part 135 operators.

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 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.

Specification	King Air 300
Manufacturer	Beechcraft (now Textron Aviation)
Aircraft Category	Turboprop (twin-engine)
Passenger Capacity	Up to 9
Cabin Length	16.6 ft (5.06 m)
Cabin Width	4.5 ft (1.37 m)
Cabin Height	4.8 ft (1.46 m)
Baggage Capacity	~54 cu ft
Max Range	1,610 nm (1,853 mi)
Max Cruise Speed	310 ktas (357 mph)
Service Ceiling	35,000 ft
Typical Takeoff Distance	~3,140 ft
Typical Landing Distance	~2,600 ft
Engines	2 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-60A
Avionics	Collins-based avionics suite
Hourly Charter Rate	$1,300 to $1,900

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 $1,300 to $1,900 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 $1,900 per hour versus $2,500 to $3,500 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.

Route	ICAO Codes	Est. Flight Time	Notes
New York to Nantucket	KTEB to KACK	~1h	Short-field capable, Northeast leisure corridor
Dallas to Chicago	KDAL to KMDW	~2h	Central U.S. business corridor
Los Angeles to Denver	KVNY to KDEN	~2h 15m	High-altitude destination
Toronto to Atlanta	CYYZ to KATL	~2h 30m	Cross-border business corridor

King Air 300 charter rates run $1,300 to $1,900 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.

Route	Est. One-Way Price	Notes
New York to Nantucket	$5,600 to $8,100	Short-field capable, Northeast leisure corridor
Dallas to Chicago	$7,900 to $11,600	Central U.S. business corridor
Los Angeles to Denver	$12,200 to $17,000	High-altitude destination
Toronto to Atlanta	$13,500 to $19,300	Cross-border business corridor

The $1,300 to $1,900 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.

Specification	King Air 200	King Air 300	King Air 350
Type	Twin-engine turboprop	Twin-engine turboprop	Twin-engine turboprop
Passengers	Up to 9	Up to 9	Up to 11
Range	1,600 nm	1,610 nm	1,806 nm
Cruise Speed	270 ktas (311 mph)	310 ktas (357 mph)	312 ktas (359 mph)
Service Ceiling	35,000 ft	35,000 ft	35,000 ft
Hourly Rate	$1,300 to $1,900	$1,300 to $1,900	$1,100 to $1,900
Best Use Case	Proven, widely available	Higher engine power, same ceiling	Larger cabin, more passengers

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

Relationship	Aircraft	When to Consider
Predecessor Airframe	King Air 200	The original platform the 300 was built from, still widely available
Larger Successor	King Air 350	Longer cabin and more passenger capacity for the same mission profile
Smaller Sibling	King Air 250	Optimized for hot-and-high airports at a similar hourly rate
Step-Up Light Jet	Citation CJ3	Higher cruise speed once budget allows the step up from a turboprop

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.

Reviewed by Matt Hogan — Founder, Hogani Jets & Aviation Specialist.

How much does it cost to charter a King Air 300?

King Air 300 charter rates run $1,300 to $1,900 per flight hour. One-way trip pricing ranges from about $5,600 for shorter regional hops to $13,300 or more on longer legs. Final cost depends on route, positioning, and season.

What is the real range of a King Air 300?

The published maximum range is approximately 1,610 nautical miles, reached under ideal long-range cruise conditions. Real-world range with a full passenger and baggage load runs somewhat lower, worth confirming for any route near the edge of the aircraft's stated range.

Why does the King Air 300 fly at a higher altitude than most turboprops?

More powerful PT6A-60A engines and aerodynamic refinements over the King Air 200 give the 300 a 35,000-foot service ceiling, notably higher than most competing turboprops, which typically top out in the mid-20,000s.

How many passengers can the King Air 300 carry?

The King Air 300 seats up to nine passengers, typically six to seven in an executive club configuration for charter service.

What is the difference between the King Air 200 and the King Air 300?

The King Air 300 uses the same 200-series airframe fitted with more powerful PT6A-60A engines in redesigned cowlings, giving it a higher service ceiling and faster cruise speed than the standard King Air 200.

How fast does the King Air 300 fly?

The King Air 300 cruises at up to 310 knots true airspeed (357 mph), fast for a turboprop.

Is the King Air 300 still in production?

No. The King Air 300 was built from 1984 to 1994, with 205 delivered, but many remain in active charter and private service today.

Are empty leg flights available on the King Air 300?

Yes. The King Air 300's regional positioning creates empty-leg opportunities at meaningful savings off standard one-way rates. Availability is short-notice and date-fixed, so Hogani Jets recommends flexibility when chasing empty-leg pricing.

Is Hogani Jets a direct air carrier?

No. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker and does not own or operate aircraft. All King Air 300 charters are facilitated through licensed Part 135 direct air carriers, who maintain full operational control and regulatory compliance for every flight.

Last Updated: 21 Sep 2026, 11:17 AM

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