Piaggio Avanti II twin-engine turboprop on the runway, highlighting its distinctive pusher-prop configuration, sleek design, and near-jet regional charter performance.

Charter a Piaggio Avanti II Turboprop

Passengers	Range	Cruise Speed	Charter From	Best For
Up to 8	1,730 nm (1,991 mi)	398 ktas (458 mph)	$2,500/hr	Fast regional trips wanting near-jet cruise speed

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 Piaggio Avanti II starts at $2,500–$3,300 per flight hour. Built by Piaggio Aero from 2005 to 2014, the Avanti II replaced the original Avanti with uprated twin Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66B engines and Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics. It seats up to eight passengers with a range of 1,730 nautical miles and a 398-knot cruise speed, among the fastest of any turboprop. Hogani Jets coordinates each Avanti II charter through licensed Part 135 operators.

This page covers the Avanti II, not the earlier original Avanti. Both share the same distinctive three-surface design, but the II is a genuinely faster, more modern aircraft.

The upgrade came from one place: a more powerful engine. That single change pushed cruise speed from the original's more modest figures into territory that rivals some light jets.

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Piaggio built the Avanti II from 2005 to 2014, replacing the original Avanti in production. Twin PT6A-66B engines and Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics define this generation.

Specification	Piaggio Avanti II
Manufacturer	Piaggio Aero
Aircraft Category	Turboprop (twin-engine)
Passenger Capacity	Up to 8
Cabin Length	18.6 ft
Cabin Width	6.1 ft (1.86 m)
Cabin Height	5.8 ft (1.77 m)
Cabin Pressurization	6,000 ft cabin altitude
Lavatory	Enclosed
Baggage Capacity	~60 cu ft
Max Range	1,730 nm (1,991 mi)
Max Cruise Speed	398 ktas (458 mph)
Service Ceiling	41,000 ft
Typical Takeoff Distance	~2,890 ft
Typical Landing Distance	~2,400 ft
Engines	2 x Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-66B
Avionics	Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Hourly Charter Rate	$2,500–$3,300

Piaggio kept the same three-surface airframe when it introduced the Avanti II in 2005. What changed was the powerplant and the cockpit.

Uprated PT6A-66B engines replaced the original PT6A-66. Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics replaced the earlier three-screen Collins EFIS. Together, these upgrades pushed cruise speed and range meaningfully higher. If your operator quotes the earlier model, see our separate original Avanti page.

Most aircraft use a main wing and a tail. The Avanti II adds a third lifting surface, a small forward canard. It shares the load with the main wing and tailplane.

Spreading lift across three surfaces lets Piaggio use smaller wings than a conventional design would need. Mounting the engines behind the cabin, driving pusher propellers, keeps the propeller noise and vibration away from passengers.

A turboprop typically trades a light jet's cruise speed for a lower hourly rate. The Avanti II narrows that gap further than almost any other turboprop on the market.

Lower cost: $2,500–$3,300 per hour, still competitive with many light jets on a per-hour basis.
Closer cruise speed: 398 knots versus 480 knots or faster for a light jet, a narrow gap here.
Quieter cabin: rear-mounted pusher propellers keep engine noise away from passengers.
Best mission: fast regional trips for 4 to 7 passengers wanting near-jet speed and comfort.

The Avanti II seats up to eight passengers, typically six to seven in a comfortable executive configuration.

A four-seat club section plus a forward divan is a common layout for charter use.
An enclosed lavatory is standard, a genuine plus this aircraft class does not always offer.
Pusher propellers behind the cabin make this one of the quieter turboprops available.
Baggage stores in an external compartment; confirm capacity for larger loads at booking.

The Avanti II performs best on fast regional routes. Its cruise speed narrows the gap with a light jet while keeping the hourly rate below one.

Route	ICAO Codes	Est. Flight Time	Notes
New York to Chicago	KTEB to KMDW	~1h 40m	Fast regional business corridor
Los Angeles to Denver	KVNY to KDEN	~1h 35m	High-elevation destination
Miami to the Bahamas	KOPF to MYNN	~30m	Short international leg
Dallas to Nashville	KDAL to KBNA	~1h 30m	Regional business route

Piaggio Avanti II charter rates run $2,500–$3,300 per flight hour, a premium reflecting its near-jet cruise speed. 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 Chicago	$9,700 to $15,500	Fast regional business corridor
Los Angeles to Denver	$13,500 to $16,200	High-elevation destination
Miami to the Bahamas	$7,700 to $11,300	Short international leg
Dallas to Nashville	$13,300 to $18,900	Regional business route

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The $2,500–$3,300 hourly rate covers core operational costs. Additional fees are quoted separately on every trip.

Aircraft operation: fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate.
Two certificated pilots: standard for Avanti II charter operations.
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 earlier original Avanti and the Citation CJ3, an entry light jet. The Avanti II wins on speed over the original; the CJ3 wins on outright speed over both.

Specification	Piaggio Avanti (Original)	Piaggio Avanti II	Citation CJ3
Type	Twin-engine turboprop	Twin-engine turboprop	Light jet
Production	1990 to 2005	2005 to 2014	2004 to present
Engines	PT6A-66	PT6A-66B	Williams FJ44
Avionics	Three-screen Collins EFIS	Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21	Rockwell Collins avionics
Max Cruise Speed	Below Avanti II speeds	398 ktas (458 mph)	480 ktas (552 mph)
Hourly Rate	$2,500–$3,300	$2,500–$3,300	$2,700–$3,500
Best Use Case	Original design, similar cost	Fastest turboprop cruise	Fastest outright speed

Every Piaggio Avanti II charter operator's Part 135 certificate, insurance coverage, and safety record is independently reviewed before booking.

The Avanti II's unusual design requires specialized pilot training, and it flies with two certificated pilots in charter service. Hogani Jets does not operate the aircraft. Every charter is conducted by a licensed Part 135 direct air carrier under that carrier's independent operational control.

The Avanti II is a strong fit on fast regional legs. The following Hogani Jets route pages cover its most relevant charter corridors.

New York to Chicago private jet charter
Los Angeles to Denver private jet charter
Miami to the Bahamas private jet charter

Relationship	Aircraft	When to Consider
Predecessor	Piaggio Avanti (Original)	The earlier model this aircraft upgraded, at a similar hourly rate
Faster Jet Alternative	Citation CJ3	Higher cruise speed once budget allows the step up
Single-Engine Speed Alternative	Epic E1000	Comparable cruise speed from a single-engine design
Twin-Engine Value Alternative	Beechcraft King Air 350	More seats and cabin room at a lower hourly rate

Ready to book a Piaggio Avanti II 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Piaggio Avanti II charter rates run $2,500–$3,300 per flight hour. One-way trip pricing ranges from about $7,700 for short international hops to $15,500 or more on longer legs.

No. The Avanti II replaced the original Avanti in 2005. It uses uprated PT6A-66B engines and Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics. This gives it meaningfully more speed and range than the earlier model.

It uses the same three-lifting-surface design as the original Avanti, with pusher props behind the cabin. Its uprated engines push cruise speed to 398 knots, among the fastest of any turboprop.

The Avanti II seats up to eight passengers, typically six to seven in a comfortable configuration. A common layout is a four-seat club plus a forward divan.

Yes, an enclosed lavatory is standard, a genuine advantage over several other turboprops that lack one.

The Avanti II cruises at up to 398 knots true airspeed (458 mph). That is among the fastest cruise speeds of any turboprop.

Yes. Piaggio introduced the EVO in 2014 with winglets and composite propellers, followed by the current NX variant.

Yes. The Piaggio Avanti II'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.

No. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker and does not own or operate aircraft. All Piaggio Avanti II charters are facilitated through licensed Part 135 carriers, holding full operational and regulatory control.

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Last Updated: 04 Nov 2026, 12:55 PM ET

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