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Private jet charter : what you need to know before booking
Published on
7/10/2025

Private jet charter : what you need to know before booking

Business aviation boasts a vast array of models, sometimes making it seem like a complex universe. Yet, in most cases, choosing the ideal jet comes down to a simple question: what does your mission actually require? Here is a clear guide to help you understand the differences between the three main jet categories: Light, Midsize, and Heavy.

The Passenger’s Guide: Light vs. Midsize vs. Heavy Jets — How to choose the ideal aircraft for your mission

✈️ 1. Light Jet — Agility, speed, and efficiency Examples: Cessna Citation CJ2, Embraer Phenom 100

The Light Jet is the preferred mobility tool for short, fast-paced travel.

✔ Ideal for:

  • 4 to 6 passengers
  • Short trips (1 to 3 hours)
  • Express travel within Europe (e.g., Paris → Geneva)

✔ Key advantages:

  • Access to smaller airports closer to your final destination
  • Optimized cost, maximum efficiency
  • The perfect solution for urgent missions, business meetings, or day return trips

In short: The most agile solution for quick, targeted travel.

🛩️ 2. Midsize Jet — The perfect balance of comfort and range Examples: Cessna Citation Latitude, Citation XLS/XLS+

The Midsize Jet is the ideal compromise for those seeking a more comfortable flight while maintaining great versatility.

✔ Ideal for:

  • 7 to 10 passengers
  • Trips of 3 to 5 hours
  • North-South or East-West European connections (e.g., London → Athens)

✔ Key advantages:

  • Stand-up cabin (high ceiling)
  • Increased luggage capacity
  • Excellent balance of comfort, range, and cost

In short: The ultimate all-rounder, suitable for most business missions.

🌍 3. Heavy Jet — Absolute luxury for long distances Examples: Dassault Falcon 8X, Bombardier Global Express

The Heavy Jet is the natural choice for long-haul flights, extreme comfort requirements, or high-level missions.

✔ Ideal for:

  • 10 to 16+ passengers
  • Long-haul flights (6+ hours)
  • Transatlantic crossings (e.g., Paris → New York)

✔ Key advantages:

  • Intercontinental range
  • Spacious cabins with rest areas, beds, lounge, and full service
  • Unrivaled comfort for working, relaxing, or sleeping during the flight

In short: Your office—or your private suite—in the sky.

⭐ At Jet Monde, our priority isn't finding the biggest aircraft, but the most relevant one.

For every mission, we analyze your essential needs: time priority, cabin comfort or cost control.

Our role is to identify the most efficient aircraft, the one that offers the best combination of comfort, performance, and value.

For your next trip, our experts will advise you on the most suitable solution—from a Light Jet for an urgent meeting to a Heavy Jet for an intercontinental mission.

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The Jet Monde team can address all your transport requirements while meeting your highest expectations. Contact us today for a personalised quote.

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