Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite vs Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite II
On published range, the Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite II goes 204 km further than the Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite (2,865 km against 2,661 km).
They carry the same maximum number of passengers (6).
Both sit in the "Very light jet" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 2,350 – 3,000 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite |  Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite II |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Very light jet | Very light jet |
| Production | Out of production | In production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 6 | 6 |
| Cabin length | 5.43 m | 5.43 m |
| Cabin width | 1.52 m | 1.52 m |
| Cabin height | 1.47 m | 1.47 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 2,661 km (1,437 nm) | 2,865 km (1,547 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.72 | Mach 0.72 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 2,350 – 3,000 | € 2,350 – 3,000 |
| Compare | Quote on this model | Quote on this model |
Computed on the maximum published range: the real leg depends on payload, wind and reserves. Prices are indicative, at the category hourly rate.
Sources: Manufacturer published specifications (2026-05) · Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates (2026-08-07) · European Central Bank daily reference rate — EUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)
Frequently asked questions
Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite or Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite II: which flies further?
The Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite II, at 2,865 km published range against 2,661 km. The 204 km gap matters on long legs: at real payload, with wind and reserves, both cover less than the published figure.
What does an hour cost?
Both sit in the same category (Very light jet), whose published broker band is € 2,350 to 3,000 per hour all-in. That is a category rate, not a model rate: the firm price depends on the specific aircraft, the season and repositioning. A quote returns an all-in price within 60 minutes.
How many passengers?
The Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite is certified for up to 6 passengers, the Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite II for up to 6. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.