Learjet 55 FAQ

Market hourly rates for the Learjet 55 typically run $5,500–$7,700. A 5-hour trip is in the $27,500–$38,500 band. Final pricing depends on routing, repositioning, airport fees, and service tier. Empty-leg flights save 30–55% off these rates.

The Learjet 55 has a published range of 2,800 nm (~5,186 km), cruising at 450 ktas with a service ceiling of 45,000 ft. Under standard payload and conditions it can fly routes such as New York ↔ Los Angeles, London ↔ Moscow, Dubai ↔ Singapore. Real-world range drops 10–15% under headwinds, full payload, and fuel reserves.

The Learjet 55 typically configures 8 cabin seats. Cabin dimensions are 19' L × 5.7' W × 5.7' H with 80 cu ft of baggage. Wi-Fi is standard. Cabin is compact — most adults stoop slightly.

Charter operators in the midsize jet category — including Flexjet, Wheels Up, XO, and Air Charter Service — typically operate or source aircraft like the Learjet 55. VOLO matches a Learjet 55 from our partner-operator network.

Similar midsize jets with comparable performance include Falcon 50EX and Hawker 900XP. VOLO's comparison tool lets you put any of these side-by-side on range, cabin, and price for your specific trip.

The Learjet 55 is made by Bombardier. It has a maximum speed of 490 ktas (~907 km/h) and a normal cruise of 450 ktas. Service ceiling is 45,000 ft — well above commercial cruising, which lets it route over most weather.

Submit a quote on VOLO with your origin, destination, date, and passenger count, and our matching engine returns Learjet 55 availability from our operator network. Empty-leg flights post 1–7 days ahead and save 30–55%.