Las Vegas clients choose a super light jet when a light jet is close to what the trip needs but not quite enough.
Bombardier built the Learjet 45 from 1998 to 2012. It seats 7 to 9 with a published range of 1,968 nautical miles and a cruise speed of 464 knots. The aircraft has a service ceiling of 51,000 feet, 65 cubic feet of baggage volume and an enclosed lavatory.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Light Jet
- Manufacturer: Bombardier (Learjet)
- Year introduced: 1998-2012
- Seating: 7 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,968 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 464 knots
- Service ceiling: 51,000 feet
- Length: 57.6 feet
- Wingspan: 47.8 feet
- Height: 14.1 feet
- Baggage volume: 65 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Learjet 45 Fits Las Vegas
With 1,968 nautical miles of published range, it covers trips from Las Vegas to destinations such as Aspen, Dallas and Atlanta, allowing for reserves and routing. From June through September, afternoon heat in Las Vegas can limit how much an aircraft carries, so the operator may suggest a morning departure.
Las Vegas trips in this class usually run from Harry Reid International (KLAS), Henderson Executive (KHND) or North Las Vegas (KVGT), depending on where you are staying and the time of day. Whether the aircraft can use a particular airport on your date depends on its weight and that day’s temperature and wind. The operator works that out, and your advisor will confirm it before anything is booked.
How Las Vegas Clients Use the Learjet 45
Clients move into this category when a light jet quote comes back with a fuel stop or a baggage problem. The extra cabin and range usually solve both.
Tell us the route, how many people are flying and what they are bringing, and your advisor will confirm whether this aircraft suits the trip or suggest one that does.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- 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)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates.
- 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
- Estimated hourly rate: $4,200 to $5,500 (as of 10/2026)
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Contact
For a quote on a Learjet 45 / 45XR charter in or out of Las Vegas, call an advisor at 1-888-987-5387, or send the trip through our contact page. You can read how we review operators and crews on our safety page, and compare other categories in the aircraft gallery.
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.