The Bombardier CRJ200 is a 50-seat regional jet derived from the Challenger business aircraft. It cruises at approximately 790 km/h and offers a range of up to 3,150 km, depending on the variant. Production ended in 2006, and the CRJ programme is now supported by MHI RJ, a Mitsubishi Heavy Industries subsidiary.
For groups of 30 to 50 passengers, chartering a CRJ200 offers greater speed and range than a similarly sized turboprop. It is directly comparable to the Embraer ERJ 145 and sits below the larger, 90-seat CRJ900.
At Artheau Aviation, we arrange CRJ200 charters for corporate travel, seminars, sports teams and delegations. We source available aircraft, compare operators and coordinate every stage of your group flight.
Passengers
50 seats
Maximum capacity, according to MHI RJ
Cruise speed
≈ 790 km/h
Normal cruise; up to 860 km/h
Range
≈ 3,150 km
LR variant; approximately 2,490 km for the ER
Engines
2 jet engines
General Electric CF34-3B1
A CRJ200 charter is priced for the entire aircraft, regardless of the number of occupied seats. Costs depend on flight time, aircraft positioning, airport charges, ground handling and any required waiting time. For return flights several days apart, we compare keeping the aircraft on site with repositioning it.
On routes exceeding 1,000 km, the CRJ200 can reduce flight time compared with a similarly sized turboprop. This may reduce billable flight hours without necessarily lowering the total charter price. For shorter regional flights, an ATR 42 may be more economical, depending on the route and aircraft availability.
Every charter proposal is quoted individually after consulting several operators. We explain what is included and which factors may affect the price before you confirm.
The CRJ200 combines the capacity of a small airliner with jet performance on European flights lasting one to four hours.
A delegation, team or executive group can travel on one aircraft without booking a 150-seat narrow-body jet.
At approximately 790 km/h in normal cruise, the time saving over a turboprop becomes noticeable on Paris–Lisbon flights.
The LR variant offers up to approximately 3,150 km, allowing nonstop flights from Paris to most European capitals.
Four seats per row, with no middle seat, in a cabin measuring 2.53 m wide.
Its limitations include a relatively low cabin ceiling (1.85 m) and restricted baggage space for heavily equipped groups. An Embraer 170 or CRJ900 may offer more room, while an ATR 42 can suit shorter flights.
According to Bombardier data reproduced by Flightradar24, the CRJ200 offers up to approximately 3,150 km (1,700 NM) in LR configuration and 2,490 km (1,345 NM) in ER configuration. We check the available variant and ask the operator to validate each route against payload, winds and diversion requirements.
From Paris-Le Bourget, this range can cover Copenhagen (approximately 1,010 km), Palma (1,050 km), Madrid (1,060 km), Rome (1,100 km), Budapest (1,260 km), Lisbon (1,460 km) and Stockholm (1,550 km) nonstop. Athens and Marrakech, slightly over 2,100 km away, may also be reachable depending on the variant and payload.
On routes shorter than 700 km, the time advantage over a turboprop is smaller. For 50 passengers travelling to Geneva or London, we compare the CRJ200 with an ATR 42.
Great-circle distances calculated by Artheau Aviation for guidance only.
The figures below are based on MHI RJ and Bombardier data. They vary with the ER or LR variant and the operator’s configuration.
| Specification | Bombardier CRJ200 |
|---|---|
| Seats | 50 maximum |
| Cruise speed | ≈ 790 km/h (normal) · 860 km/h (maximum) |
| Range | ≈ 3,150 km (LR) · ≈ 2,490 km (ER) |
| Engines | 2 × General Electric CF34-3B1 |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 24,041 kg |
| Length / wingspan / height | 26.77 m / 21.21 m / 6.22 m |
Sources: MHI RJ and Flightradar24 (range and normal cruise speed).
According to MHI RJ, the CRJ200 carries up to 50 passengers. Some aircraft have fewer seats, including the 44-seat CRJ440 configuration. We confirm the exact seating layout and cabin plan in every proposal.
The cabin is approximately 2.53 m wide and 1.85 m high. Its 2+2 layout provides four seats per row without middle seats. The lower ceiling compared with a narrow-body airliner is worth considering on flights lasting more than two hours.
Baggage is carried in a rear hold, with available volume varying between aircraft. Overhead bins are relatively small. For sports teams or groups carrying equipment, we check baggage dimensions, hold capacity and permitted weight with the operator before confirming the aircraft.
| Charter mission | CRJ200 suitability | Our assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate travel or seminar in Europe | Highly suitable | A group of 30 to 50 passengers can reach a European capital nonstop at its preferred departure time. |
| Sports team travel | Suitable | Fast travel for away fixtures; equipment volume must be checked against hold capacity. |
| Delegation or executive committee | Highly suitable | Same-day return trips are possible on many European routes. |
| Routes of 1,000 to 2,000 km | Suitable | Jet speed reduces journey time compared with a turboprop. |
| Short regional route or short runway | Often less suitable | An ATR 42 may be more economical and can serve more short-runway airports. |
| Groups exceeding 50 passengers | Insufficient capacity | A CRJ900 or Embraer 170 can accommodate the entire group. |
For groups of 30 to 50 passengers travelling 1,000 to 2,000 km within Europe, when flight time matters.
The ER or LR variant, actual seating capacity, baggage hold volume and range with your group’s payload.
Production ended in 2006, so we start the search early and check the operator, slots, ground handling and crew duty limits.
Similar capacity: Embraer ERJ 145. Turboprop: ATR 42. Smaller: ERJ 135. Larger: CRJ900 or Embraer 170.
An industrial company asked us to organise a roadshow in Poland, visiting factories via three airports without direct scheduled services from Paris, before returning to Paris-Le Bourget. We arranged the entire CRJ200 flight programme, with an Artheau Aviation team member accompanying the group throughout.
The itinerary involved visits to several factories in Poland on a tight schedule. The nearest airports had no direct scheduled flights from Paris.
Scheduled flights would have required connections and additional travel time. A private group charter allowed the sites to be visited in the required order, independently of airline timetables.
We designed an itinerary with three stops in Poland, based on factory locations and the visit schedule, followed by a direct return to Paris-Le Bourget.
The CRJ200 provided jet speed between stops, appropriate capacity for the delegation and sufficient range for the return to Paris.
We coordinated the operator, airport slots and ground handling at every stop, alongside passenger lists and baggage arrangements.
The client had a single point of contact for the entire flight programme: Artheau Aviation.
One of our team members travelled with the group and coordinated each flight directly with the airports, adjusting the schedule as the journey progressed.
Their presence allowed requests to be handled promptly and helped ensure smooth operations at each stop.
This mission demonstrates the value of chartering an aircraft for a corporate roadshow: connecting poorly served sites on one itinerary, controlling the schedule and benefiting from dedicated support until the return flight.
Tell us your route, dates, passenger numbers and baggage requirements. These details help us identify the right aircraft and variant.
We consult several operators, check aircraft and slot availability, then present suitable options with a clear breakdown of included services.
Once confirmed, we coordinate the operator, airports, passenger list and transfers. Your dedicated contact remains available until the group arrives.
We do more than find an available aircraft. From your first request to landing, our teams coordinate every stage of your charter.
Your dedicated broker remains your main point of contact throughout your journey, from the initial request to your arrival.
We compare aircraft and certified operators to recommend the solution best suited to your itinerary, requirements and budget.
Once your flight is confirmed, our Flight Preparation team coordinates the operational details required for a smooth journey.
The team oversees flight logistics, ground handling, catering, passenger requirements and other arrangements before departure.
Every flight is operated by a certified aircraft operator holding the licences and approvals required for the mission.
We review operators, aircraft and operational requirements to check that each proposed solution meets our safety and compliance standards.
Pricing is quoted for the entire aircraft. It depends on flight time, aircraft positioning, airport fees and waiting days. We explain all included services before confirmation.
Up to 50. Some aircraft have fewer seats depending on their configuration. We confirm the exact layout in every proposal.
Up to approximately 3,150 km in LR configuration and 2,490 km in ER configuration. From Paris, Madrid, Rome, Lisbon and Stockholm are within nonstop range.
Both regional jets offer 50 seats. The ERJ 145 has three seats per row, compared with four on the CRJ200. We recommend the aircraft that best fits your route, availability, range and budget.
Beyond 1,000 km, the CRJ200 can significantly reduce flight time. On shorter routes or short runways, the ATR 42 is often more suitable.
Yes, on many European routes. We check crew duty limits and airport slots to ensure the proposed schedule is feasible.
As early as possible. CRJ200 production ended in 2006, and advance notice allows us to compare more operators and alternative aircraft.
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