Light Jets for Private Charter in Canada

July 28, 2025

Light jet fleets are a convenient and efficient private jet option for short to mid-range trips. Depending on your flight itinerary, they are a top choice for charter flights, providing advantages for passengers. Chartright Air Group understands that these light jets are nimble, convenient, and comfortable, whether you are travelling for business or leisure.

But why else might you consider light jets for private charter flights in Canada? In this article, we will look closely at their features and the routes they can pass through. We will consider their key advantages that take travel to the next level of comfort.

Why Choose a Light Jet for Private Charter

An incredible range of advantages comes with light jet private charter travel. Travellers can enjoy their flight experience thanks to the incredible benefits below:

  • Speed and Efficiency – Whether you are travelling for leisure or business, light jets offer speed and efficiency on short to mid-range routes. Their fuel efficiency and their incredible 400 – 480 mph cruise speed mean that these jets can work perfectly for short trips. They are also well-known for their low operating costs.
  • Major and Regional Airport Access – The unsurpassed convenience of light jets is seen in their ability to access regional and major airports. Although ground transportation may be required to reach a hotel, such as a taxi, passengers get closer to their final destination as these types of aircraft can effortlessly operate on the shorter runways of smaller, regional airports.
  • This means that despite an airport’s small size, commencing and completing a journey is no problem for a light jet, which can take off and land on the runway thanks to the craft’s advanced thrust reversers, lighter weight, smaller size, and high-grade aerodynamics.
  • Cost-effective for 7-8 Passengers – These jets have the optimum capacity to accommodate seven or eight passengers. They are cost-effective for those who seek the comfort and speed of private jet journeys but do not want to worry about large jet operational costs.
  • Perfect for Getaways and Business Travel – The versatility of light jets is also appealing and convenient. Whether passengers need to travel for business purposes, such as conference meetings, or quick getaways and shared affiliation journeys, such as organizations or clubs, this is easy to arrange.

Chartright’s Light Jet Fleet

The range of light jets available through Chartright Air Group has specific characteristics that make charter services comfortable and cost-effective. These are the aircraft included in our range.

Learjet 45XR

With a range that can reach up to 1700 nm, the Learjet 45XR can travel 3150 km before needing to refuel. It additionally offers a high cruise speed of 465 knots, meaning arrival times are faster and fuel efficiency is optimized. It is ideal for various travellers, such as those travelling for business purposes, ensuring the flight speed matches their tight schedules.

The max number of passengers the Learjet 45XR can accommodate is eight passengers, so it is ideal for families looking for a quick getaway or business travellers heading to conferences or meetings.

Citation Ultra

The Citation Ultra is an agile aircraft that works for short-haul missions. It is the optimal aircraft for stopovers since its quick trip turnaround means it can arrive at an airport and depart on the next flight in a short timeframe.

The capacity of the Citation Ultra is seven passengers, which is ideal for families who want to travel for leisure or for seven employees travelling for a conference. It also offers baggage capacity of 67 cubic feet.

Citation Encore

The Citation Encore is an agile aircraft well-suited for short-haul missions. Its quick turnaround capability makes it an excellent choice for itineraries with stopovers, allowing for swift arrivals and departures.

With seating for up to 8 passengers, it’s an ideal option for family getaways or business groups traveling to conferences. The aircraft also features 67 cubic feet of baggage space, offering ample room for luggage.

Popular Canadian Routes for Light Jet Charter

Light jets have the capability to serve innumerable airports across Canada, but there are some city pairs that are more popular than others. Here are the most popular city pairs and locations that Chartright’s Toronto-based light jet fleet serves through private jet charters.

Ottawa, ON

Frequent charters from Chartright Air Group serve Canada’s capital, Ottawa, ON. Our light jets serve a range of business travellers, including government officials, legal teams, corporate clients, and various other corporate trips within this location.

For individuals travelling to this region from Toronto, our light jets offer the capability to handle this type of short business trip efficiently.

Montreal, QC

A range of charter flights serve Montreal, QC, the vibrant centre for business, culture, and technology. Our light jets are ideal for travellers journeying from Toronto to this location.

Business executives, VIPs, and culture enthusiasts can all benefit from fast charter flights between Toronto and Montreal. They can take advantage of the efficiency and speed the light jets offer, from takeoff to landing in this beautiful city.

Halifax, NS

Chartright’s private charter flights also serve Halifax, NS, which is a key hub for Atlantic Canada. Passengers can quickly access this location on the East Coast, no matter if they are travelling for business or leisure reasons.

This location is easily and quickly accessible with light jets such as the Learjet 45XR since this private aircraft has a high cruise speed and a large range, which optimizes the journey time and reduces the need to refuel frequently.

Calgary, AB

The light jets in our fleet can easily access Calgary, AB, the energy capital of Canada. It is especially ideal for those travelling for business purposes, for those working in the oil industry, or individuals working in gas production. With an exceptional range and speed, light jet aircraft in our fleet waste no time in bringing passengers to this region.

Vancouver, BC

A few light jets can serve specific Vancouver, BC routes, taking passengers to this West Coast gateway, but some are better suited to the range. Our longer-range model, the Learjet 45XR aligns well with cross-country journeys such as these since it does not require refuelling often and can span the long distance at excellent speed.

Why Chartright’s Light Jets Are the Smart Choice for Canadian Private Travel

Light jets are the optimal choice for various reasons. Not only are they ideal for regional and cross-country business routes, but they can serve major and smaller airports. The privacy and convenience are unmatched, especially compared with commercial flights, and the light jets also do not waste time in taking passengers to their destination.

Chartright’s Toronto-based fleet delivers a premium service in private aviation. Ready to experience the luxury and opulence of light jet air travel? Contact Chartright Air Group today to charter your next Canadian business or leisure trip.

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