Charter a Bombardier Challenger 3500

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is the current-production successor to the Challenger 350, announced September 2021 and entering service on 20 September 2022. It is the third in the Challenger super-midsize series - Challenger 300, Challenger 350, Challenger 3500 - and introduces technologies drawn directly from Bombardier's flagship Global 7500: the Nuage seat (the first new business aircraft seat design in 30 years, with the industry's first zero-gravity position), the Global 7500's sound insulation package, and a cabin altitude of 4,850 ft at 41,000 ft - versus approximately 7,000 ft on the Challenger 350 at the same altitude. Business Jet Traveler described the Challenger 3500 as "first in class for one reason: its cabin - large-cabin in feel, features, and attention to detail."

Model introduces the first voice-controlled cabin in business aviation: lighting, temperature, entertainment and flight information controlled by voice without requiring an internet connection, and the first haptic touch controls on cabin switches. Four 24-inch 4K monitors are the largest displays in the super-midsize category. Wireless chargers are standard throughout. The cabin air system replaces the full cabin air volume in under two minutes, the fastest fresh air delivery in class. Pro Line 21 Advanced avionics with autothrottle standard (a first for the Challenger series), MultiScan weather radar and synthetic vision provide the flight deck. Range is 3,400 nm at Mach 0.77 with four passengers; 99.8% dispatch reliability and the lowest direct operating cost in the super-midsize category. Charter prices start from approximately £4,200 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Bombardier Challenger 3500?

• Nuage seats with zero-gravity position - from the Global 7500, first time in super-midsize. It is the first super-midsize jet to feature Bombardier's Nuage seats - described as the first meaningful change in business aircraft seat design in over 30 years. The Nuage seat's zero-gravity position tilts to reduce lower-back pressure, replicating the position astronauts adopt at zero gravity. Previously exclusive to the Global 7500, the Nuage seat's arrival in the Challenger 3500 brings flagship-level seating to the super-midsize category for the first time;
• 4,850 ft cabin altitude at 41,000 ft - versus ~7,000 ft on Challenger 350. It maintains cabin altitude at just 4,850 ft when cruising at 41,000 ft - equivalent to Denver, Colorado at ground level. The Challenger 350 sits at approximately 7,000 ft at the same altitude. This 2,150 ft improvement is the largest cabin altitude reduction of any super-midsize refresh programme and directly reduces passenger fatigue, dehydration and cognitive impairment on sectors above 3 hours. The air system also replaces the complete cabin air volume in under two minutes - the fastest fresh air delivery in its class;
• First voice-controlled cabin in business aviation - works without internet. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 introduced the first voice-controlled cabin in business aviation history. Passengers control lighting, temperature, entertainment and flight information by voice command. Critically, the system operates without an internet connection - providing reliable voice control on remote routing and oceanic sectors where connectivity may be limited. A companion Bombardier app allows the same functions from personal devices;
• First haptic touch controls in business aviation - industry-first cabin feedback. The Challenger 3500 introduced haptic touch technology to business aviation for the first time. All cabin control switches provide tactile feedback - similar to a smartphone tap - confirming that the command has been received. This eliminates the uncertainty of traditional push-button switches and improves the user experience for every passenger on every sector;
• Widest cabin in the super-midsize category at 2.19 m - with Global 7500 sound insulation. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 has the widest flat-floor cabin in the super-midsize category at 2.19 m (7 ft 2 in). The sound insulation package is taken directly from the Global 7500 flagship, making the Challenger 3500 the quietest cabin in its class. Four 24-inch 4K monitors are the largest displays in the super-midsize category. Wireless chargers are provided throughout the cabin. The 99.8% dispatch reliability and lowest direct operating cost in the class are validated by the Challenger series' 900+ deliveries across the 300/350 generation;
• Steep-approach certified for Aspen, London City and Lugano - exceptional short-field performance. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is steep-approach certified for operations at some of the world's most constrained airports including Aspen (Colorado), London City and Lugano (Switzerland). The 4,835 ft takeoff distance and 2,364 ft landing distance provide the short-field performance that makes these airports accessible. For charter clients whose final destination is served by a regional or constrained airport, the Challenger 3500's approvals open more options than any competing super-midsize jet.

Charter cost - Bombardier Challenger 3500 prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £4,200 to £5,000 - at the top of the super-midsize category, reflecting the Challenger 3500's Global 7500-derived cabin features, voice control, Nuage seating and 99.8% dispatch reliability. For 8 to 10 passengers on European and transatlantic missions, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 provides a cabin experience significantly above the super-midsize standard at rates below large-cabin alternatives.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to New York - from £46,000 (9 passengers, non-stop, approximately 7 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Dubai - from £38,000 (9 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Geneva - from £10,500 (9 passengers, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes);
• London to Riyadh - from £30,000 (9 passengers, non-stop, approximately 5 hours 45 minutes);
• London to Lagos - from £40,000 (9 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 30 minutes);
• Edinburgh to Istanbul - from £19,000 (9 passengers, approximately 3 hours 30 minutes);
• London City to Paris - from £5,500 (9 passengers, approximately 45 minutes, steep approach).

Empty Leg flights appear on repositioning routes. See our Empty Legs page for current availability.

Ideal routes for the Bombardier Challenger 3500

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is best matched to to transatlantic and Gulf missions where the Nuage zero-gravity seats, 4,850 ft cabin altitude and voice-controlled environment make long sectors genuinely restorative, for groups of 8 to 10 at the top of the super-midsize rate bracket:

• Transatlantic non-stop (7 to 8 hours) - where cabin altitude matters most. London to New York non-stop at 4,850 ft cabin altitude versus ~7,000 ft on the Challenger 350 means passengers arrive in measurably better condition on an 8-hour crossing. The Nuage zero-gravity seats allow full recline for all passengers. Voice control manages lighting and temperature without disturbing sleeping passengers. Pro Line 21 Advanced with autothrottle and MultiScan weather radar provides the flight deck for North Atlantic routing;
• Steep-approach airport pairs - London City, Aspen, Lugano. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is steep-approach certified for London City Airport - enabling City of London departures that save 60 to 90 minutes of ground transfer versus Farnborough or Luton. Aspen certification is relevant for ski season and autumn leaf groups; Lugano for Swiss financial and leisure missions. No competing super-midsize jet offers the Challenger 3500's combination of these three specific steep-approach certifications together;
• UK to Gulf non-stop (5.5 to 7 hours). Dubai, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Doha are within non-stop range. At 4,850 ft cabin altitude over a 6.5-hour Gulf sector, passengers arrive without the fatigue effects of higher cabin altitudes. The under-2-minute fresh air replacement system maintains cabin air quality throughout. The Nuage seat zero-gravity position is specifically useful on the Gulf sector length where passengers want to rest without fully sleeping;
• Corporate meetings where voice-controlled environment matters. The Bombardier Challenger 3500's voice-controlled cabin - first in business aviation and internet-independent - allows groups to control their working environment hands-free throughout a meeting in flight. Voice-adjustable lighting, temperature and entertainment remove the interruption of pressing controls during a presentation or board discussion. The haptic cabin controls provide instant feedback when physical operation is preferred;
• High-frequency programmes where 99.8% dispatch reliability and lowest DOC matter. The 99.8% dispatch reliability - validated across the Challenger 300/350 series' 900+ deliveries - and lowest direct operating cost in the super-midsize category make the Bombardier Challenger 3500 the first choice for corporate flight departments operating more than 400 hours annually. Smart Link Plus transmits fault data to maintenance in real time, enabling pre-arrival preparation that supports the reliability figure.

Cabin and in-flight experience

The Bombardier Challenger 3500 cabin measures 7.68 m long, 2.19 m wide and 1.83 m high - the widest flat-floor cabin in the super-midsize category at 930 ft³. Business Jet Traveler called the Bombardier Challenger 3500 "large-cabin in feel, features, and attention to detail." Nuage seats in zero-gravity position accommodate 8 to 10 passengers. The aft divan replaces two club seats in typical configurations. All cabin controls are voice-operated (first in business aviation, works without internet) or haptic touch (first in business aviation). Four 24-inch 4K monitors are the largest in the super-midsize category. Wireless chargers are provided throughout.

Cabin altitude is 4,850 ft at 41,000 ft - versus ~7,000 ft on the Challenger 350. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 fresh air system replenishes the complete cabin volume in under two minutes. Sound insulation comes from the Global 7500. Baggage is 106 ft³. The Pro Line 21 Advanced flight deck with autothrottle standard, MultiScan weather radar and synthetic vision completes the specification. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is steep-approach certified for London City, Aspen and Lugano. The Challenger 3500 Smart Link Plus transmits fault data in real time.

• Cabin. 7.68 m × 2.19 m × 1.83 m; widest flat-floor in super-midsize; 930 ft³;
• Seats. Nuage (zero-gravity position; from Global 7500); 8-9 standard; 10 max;
• Cabin altitude. 4,850 ft at 41,000 ft (vs ~7,000 ft on Challenger 350);
• Air. Full replacement in <2 minutes - fastest in class;
• Noise. Global 7500 insulation package - quietest in super-midsize class;
• Voice control. First in business aviation; works without internet;
• Haptic touch. First in business aviation; all cabin switches;
• Displays. 4× 24-inch 4K monitors - largest in class;
• Wireless chargers. Throughout cabin;
• Avionics. Pro Line 21 Advanced; autothrottle standard; MultiScan; SVS; HUD+EVS optional;
• Steep approach. Certified: Aspen, London City, Lugano.

Technical specifications

Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs similar aircraft

• Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Bombardier Challenger 350. The Challenger 350 is the predecessor with the same airframe dimensions but ~7,000 ft cabin altitude (vs 4,850 ft), no Nuage seats, no voice control, no haptic touch and Honeywell Primus 1000 avionics rather than Pro Line 21 Advanced with autothrottle. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 adds Global 7500-sourced noise insulation, 4K monitors, wireless chargers, Smart Link Plus and the steep-approach certifications. Charter rates for the Challenger 3500 typically run 10 to 15% higher. For clients who fly frequently and for whom cabin altitude, seat comfort and voice control matter, the 3500 is the appropriate choice;
• Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Cessna Citation Longitude. The Citation Longitude has more range (3,500 nm vs 3,200-3,400 nm), the quietest-in-class certification via its own patented system and the lowest super-midsize operating cost claim. Charter rates are broadly comparable. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 counters with Nuage zero-gravity seats, 4,850 ft cabin altitude (vs 5,950 ft on Longitude), voice control (first in aviation), haptic touch (first in aviation), 4K monitors and steep-approach certification for London City, Aspen and Lugano. For clients who prioritise cabin technology and arrival condition, the Challenger 3500 is the more innovative choice;
• Bombardier Challenger 3500 vs Embraer Praetor 600. The Praetor 600 has greater range (4,018 nm vs 3,200-3,400 nm), full fly-by-wire with Active Turbulence Reduction and flat-bed seats on all positions. Charter rates for the Praetor 600 run 5 to 15% higher. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 counters with Nuage zero-gravity seats (from Global 7500), 4,850 ft cabin altitude, voice and haptic controls (both firsts in business aviation), 4K monitors, 99.8% dispatch reliability and steep-approach access to London City, Aspen and Lugano. For missions within range and for clients who prioritise the Bombardier technology suite, the Challenger 3500 is a strong choice.

Frequently asked questions - Bombardier Challenger 3500 charter

How much does it cost to charter a Bombardier Challenger 3500?
Charter rates for the Bombardier Challenger 3500 run from approximately £4,200 to £5,000 per flight hour. London to New York non-stop costs from £46,000 for 9 passengers. London to Dubai costs from £38,000. London to Geneva costs from £10,500. London City to Paris costs from £5,500. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

What is the Nuage seat on the Bombardier Challenger 3500?
The Nuage seat is Bombardier's revolutionary design - described as the first meaningful change in business aircraft seat design in over 30 years. Previously exclusive to the Global 7500, the Nuage seat introduces the industry's first zero-gravity position: a recline angle that reduces lower-back pressure by replicating the posture astronauts adopt at zero gravity. The Bombardier Challenger 3500 is the first super-midsize jet to offer Nuage seating, bringing Global 7500-level seat comfort to the super-midsize category.

How does the Challenger 3500 cabin altitude compare to the Challenger 350?
At 4,850 ft, the Bombardier Challenger 3500 is cabin altitude at 41,000 ft - versus approximately 7,000 ft on the Challenger 350 at the same flight level. This 2,150 ft improvement is the largest cabin altitude reduction of any super-midsize upgrade programme. At 4,850 ft, cabin altitude is equivalent to Denver, Colorado at ground level, meaningfully reducing passenger fatigue, dehydration and cognitive impairment on sectors above 3 hours.

Can the Bombardier Challenger 3500 use London City Airport?
Yes - the Bombardier Challenger 3500 is certified for London City steep approach. It is also certified for Aspen (Colorado) and Lugano (Switzerland). For City of London-based clients, London City departure saves 60 to 90 minutes of ground transfer versus Farnborough or Luton. Confirm London City certification on each specific booking with Private Jets UK.

How many passengers can fly on a Bombardier Challenger 3500?
Up to 10 on the Bombardier Challenger 3500; nine in typical configuration. Standard configurations include double-club seating with a three-seat divan in the aft cabin. The 2.19 m-wide, 7.68 m flat-floor cabin with Nuage zero-gravity seating accommodates 9 passengers in exceptional comfort - above the standard for any competing super-midsize jet.