Honda Aircraft HondaJet (HA-420) vs Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite
On published range, the Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite goes 396 km further than the Honda Aircraft HondaJet (HA-420) (2,661 km against 2,265 km).
The Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite is certified for 6 passengers, against 5 for the other.
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 (HA-420) |  Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Very light jet | Very light jet |
| Production | Out of production | Out of production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 5 | 6 — Best value |
| 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 | 2,265 km (1,223 nm) | 2,661 km (1,437 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 (HA-420) or Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite: which flies further?
The Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite, at 2,661 km published range against 2,265 km. The 396 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 (HA-420) is certified for up to 5 passengers, the Honda Aircraft HondaJet Elite for up to 6. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.