Charter a Dassault Falcon 20

The Dassault Falcon 20 is a midsize business jet with one of the longest and widest cabins in its category - 7.5 m long and 1.9 m wide, comfortably accommodating 8 passengers and capable of 10 to 12 in extended configurations. First introduced in 1963 as the Mystère 20 - a name retained on the sole prototype now on display at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace in Paris - the Falcon 20 remained in production for 25 years across several variants and found wide adoption in both corporate and military aviation. The longevity of the design is a direct reflection of the 7.5 m cabin specification: at introduction it set the midsize standard for interior space and it remains competitive today.

Because of the aircraft's age and production history, most Falcon 20s in service have undergone upgrades. Cabin configurations vary between examples - adjustable seats, entertainment systems and Wi-Fi connectivity are common in upgraded aircraft, and non-standard layouts are frequently encountered. At 863 km/h cruise speed the Falcon 20 is fast for a midsize of this vintage and the 3,300 km range covers the full Western European and Near East map from UK airports. Charter prices start from approximately £2,400 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Falcon 20?

• 7.5 m cabin - one of the longest in the midsize category. At 7.5 m this cabin exceeds many current-generation midsize jets including the Citation Sovereign (7.70 m - comparable), the Legacy 500 (7.30 m) and the Challenger 300 (7.24 m). For 8 to 10 passengers on European and Near East missions, this length provides more space per passenger than most alternatives at comparable charter rates;
• 1.9 m cabin width - broader than the Citation Sovereign, Legacy 500 and Challenger 300. At 1.9 m the Falcon 20 is wider than the Citation Sovereign (1.68 m), Legacy 500 (1.83 m) and Citation X (1.68 m). Only the Challenger 300 (2.18 m) exceeds it in the standard midsize category. The 1.9 m width creates genuine face-to-face seating space that narrower competitors cannot replicate;
• 25 years of production and multiple variants - proven longevity. Few business jet designs remain in continuous production for 25 years. The Falcon 20's longevity reflects both the quality of the original Dassault engineering and the sustained demand from corporate and military operators. Most examples in charter service have been upgraded with modern avionics, entertainment and Wi-Fi, combining the proven airframe with current-specification cabin systems;
• 863 km/h cruise - fast for a midsize of this generation. At 863 km/h the Falcon 20 is faster than the Citation Sovereign (848 km/h) and close to the Citation VII (881 km/h). On a London to Istanbul sector, this speed advantage over a 796 km/h competitor saves approximately 30 minutes;
• Up to 12 passengers - corporate group flexibility. The Falcon 20 can accommodate up to 12 passengers in extended configuration. For larger corporate groups where a standard 8-seat midsize is insufficient and a large-cabin jet rate is over-budget, the extended Falcon 20 provides meaningful capacity at midsize rates;
• Military and corporate pedigree - Mystère 20 heritage. Originally named the Mystère 20 and adopted by the French Air Force and multiple international military operators, the Falcon 20 carries a lineage that underpins every subsequent Dassault Falcon wide-cabin design. The prototype is preserved at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace in Paris - the only Mystère 20 prototype built.

Charter cost - Falcon 20 prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £2,400 to £3,000 - in the midsize category, above the Falcon 10 and Citation Bravo and below the Challenger 300 and Citation Sovereign. For 6 to 10 passengers on European and Near East missions, the Falcon 20's cabin dimensions at these rates represent strong value.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to Paris - from £4,200 (8 passengers, approximately 50 minutes);
• London to Geneva - from £5,600 (8 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to Dubai - from £28,000 (8 passengers, one fuel stop, approximately 7 hours total);
• London to Rome - from £8,400 (8 passengers, approximately 2 hours 20 minutes);
• London to Istanbul - from £14,000 (8 passengers, approximately 3 hours 15 minutes);
• Edinburgh to Madrid - from £9,200 (8 passengers, approximately 2 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Athens - from £14,400 (8 passengers, approximately 3 hours 20 minutes).

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Ideal routes for the Falcon 20

It delivers most value on missions where the 7.5 m cabin, 1.9 m width and 10 to 12-passenger flexibility are the primary selection criteria:

• UK to Western Europe (1 to 2 hours) for groups of 8 to 10. Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Geneva, Zurich and Dublin - for groups of 8 to 10 the Falcon 20 provides more cabin width than most midsize alternatives and comparable length. At 863 km/h these sectors are completed efficiently and the per-seat economics at 8 to 10 passengers are competitive versus a smaller jet with lower capacity;
• UK to Mediterranean and Near East (2 to 4 hours). Rome, Athens, Istanbul, Cairo and Beirut are all within non-stop range. The 1.9 m cabin width makes 3-hour sectors noticeably more comfortable than in 1.68 m-wide Citation alternatives. For corporate groups of 8 that need to work in a face-to-face layout, the Falcon 20's cabin geometry provides that more naturally than most midsize competitors;
• Corporate groups of 10 to 12 at midsize rates. In extended configuration the Falcon 20 accommodates 10 to 12 passengers. For groups that would otherwise need two smaller jets or a large-cabin jet at significantly higher rates, the Falcon 20's extended capacity at midsize pricing is a practical solution;
• Military and government operators requiring Dassault support. Its extended military service history means Dassault support infrastructure, documentation and familiarity with the type is well-established across European operator networks. For government and quasi-military charter requirements where Dassault certification is relevant, the Falcon 20 is a natural selection;
• Clients who want a classic Dassault aircraft. This Mystère 20 lineage is the foundation of the entire Dassault Falcon wide-cabin series. For passengers familiar with Falcon 900, Falcon 2000 or Falcon 7X, the Falcon 20 provides a direct connection to the aircraft that established the design philosophy that all later Falcons follow.

Cabin and in-flight experience

This aircraft cabin measures 7.5 m long, 1.9 m wide and 1.7 m high. Eight passengers travel comfortably in standard configuration; 10 to 12 in extended layout. Because most examples have been upgraded during their service life, configurations vary: adjustable seats, entertainment systems, Wi-Fi connectivity and non-standard layouts are all commonly encountered. An interior luggage compartment handles bags for the full passenger complement.

The 1.9 m width is the most operationally significant cabin dimension - wider than the Citation Sovereign, Legacy 500 and Citation X. Face-to-face working configurations are genuinely practical at this width in a way that narrower 1.68 m competitors cannot match. At 863 km/h and 12,800 m maximum altitude, the Falcon 20 operates in the upper midsize performance envelope.

• Cabin. 7.5 m long, 1.9 m wide, 1.7 m high;
• Capacity. 8 standard; 10 to 12 in extended configuration;
• Width advantage. 1.9 m - broader than Citation Sovereign, Legacy 500, Citation X;
• Upgrades. Most examples have modern avionics, entertainment, Wi-Fi;
• Luggage. Interior compartment standard;
• Speed. 863 km/h;
• Altitude. 12,800 m (42,000 ft) maximum certified.

Technical specifications

Falcon 20 vs similar aircraft

• Falcon 20 vs Challenger 300. The Challenger 300 is wider (2.18 m vs 1.9 m) (2.18 m vs 1.9 m), more range (3,100 nm vs 1,782 nm) and higher charter rates (from £4,600/hr vs £2,400/hr). For missions requiring more than 3,300 km range, the Challenger 300 is necessary. Within Falcon 20 range, the 1.9 m cabin at £2,400/hr provides a strong value alternative for groups of 8 to 10 where the Challenger rate is over-budget;
• Falcon 20 vs Citation Sovereign. The Sovereign has more range (3,000 nm vs 1,782 nm), ETOPS compliance and a slightly longer cabin (7.70 m vs 7.5 m). The Falcon 20 counters with a wider cabin (1.9 m vs 1.68 m) and lower charter rates. For missions within this range where cabin width matters more than extended range, the Falcon 20 is the better choice;
• Falcon 20 vs Falcon 10. The Falcon 10 is the smaller aircraft - shorter cabin (3.87 m vs 7.5 m), fewer passengers (6 vs 10), lower charter rates (from £1,800/hr vs £2,400/hr). For groups of 3 to 5 on short European sectors, the Falcon 10 is more economical. For groups of 6 to 10 or longer missions where the Falcon 20's cabin dimensions are required, it is the appropriate choice.

Frequently asked questions - Falcon 20 charter

How much does it cost to charter a Dassault Falcon 20?
Charter rates run from approximately £2,400 to £3,000 per flight hour. London to Geneva costs from £5,600 for 8 passengers. London to Rome costs from £8,400. London to Istanbul costs from £14,000. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

What was the Mystère 20?
The Mystère 20 was the original name of the aircraft at its 1963 introduction. The sole prototype produced under that name is preserved at the Musée de l'Air et de l'Espace in Paris. After 25 years of production and several variants, Dassault renamed the aircraft the Falcon 20. That Mystère 20 lineage is the foundation of the entire Dassault Falcon wide-cabin series from the Falcon 900 to the Falcon 8X.

How wide is the Falcon 20 cabin?
At 1.9 m, wider than the Citation Sovereign (1.68 m), Legacy 500 (1.83 m) and Citation X (1.68 m). Only the Challenger 300 (2.18 m) exceeds it among standard midsize jets. This width makes genuine face-to-face working configurations practical for corporate groups in a way that narrower 1.68 m cabins cannot replicate.

How many passengers can fly on a Falcon 20?
Maximum 12 in extended configuration. Eight passengers travel comfortably in the standard layout, 10 in the extended standard. Because most Falcon 20s have been upgraded individually, configurations vary between examples. Private Jets UK confirms the specific layout of each aircraft at booking.

Do Falcon 20 aircraft have Wi-Fi?
Many do - the result of individual upgrades carried out during the aircraft's service life. Most examples have been upgraded with modern avionics, entertainment systems and Wi-Fi. Private Jets UK confirms connectivity and specification for each specific aircraft at booking.