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Compare the cheapest used and new private jets with current asking prices, market references, seats, range and speed.

Maximum budget $7,000,000+
$200K$1M$2.5M$5M$7M+
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The catalog includes current new aircraft plus recognizable used/legacy models. Quote-only aircraft use a visible estimated ranking value instead of an arbitrary position.

#1
Learjet 25B
Used
USED / AUCTION
Learjet

Learjet 25B

Estimated / reference$210,000 opening bid
ESTIMATED / QUOTE BASIS
8 seats 509 mph 1904 mi
#1
Learjet

Learjet 25B

$210,000 opening bidCurrent no-reserve auction opening bid
Estimated ranking value — verify final quote
Seats8
Cruise509 mph
Range1904 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × GE CJ610-6
MarketUSED / AUCTION

The $210,000 figure is the published opening bid for a no-reserve October 2026 auction, not a guaranteed final sale price.

Best for: The lowest live acquisition entry in this catalog, if you accept auction and legacy-aircraft risk.
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#2
Cessna Citation I/SP
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation I/SP

From$295,000
6 seats 411 mph 1320 mi
#2
Cessna

Cessna Citation I/SP

$295,000Current advertised asking price
Seats6
Cruise411 mph
Range1320 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-1A
MarketUSED / LISTED

One of the lowest fixed asking prices currently visible for a complete private jet. Condition, engine time and inspection status matter enormously at this price.

Best for: A very low-cost entry into a conventional certified business jet.
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#3
Learjet 24D
Used
USED / LEGACY
Learjet

Learjet 24D

From$350,000
6 seats 547 mph 1430 mi
#3
Learjet

Learjet 24D

$350,000Current advertised market reference
Seats6
Cruise547 mph
Range1430 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × GE CJ610
MarketUSED / LEGACY

Very fast for its age, but operating cost, noise restrictions, maintenance and engine condition can dominate the economics.

Best for: Buyers prioritizing speed over operating efficiency.
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#4
Embraer Phenom 100
Used
USED / LISTED
Embraer

Embraer Phenom 100

From$490,000
4 seats 466 mph 1355 mi
#4
Embraer

Embraer Phenom 100

$490,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats4
Cruise466 mph
Range1355 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW617F-E
MarketUSED / LISTED

The unusually low asking example is a high-time aircraft and should not be treated as the normal Phenom 100 market price.

Best for: Modern VLJ capability at a headline acquisition price normally associated with much older jets.
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#5
Learjet 31A
Used
USED / LISTED
Learjet

Learjet 31A

From$499,000
8 seats 525 mph 1455 mi
#5
Learjet

Learjet 31A

$499,000Current advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise525 mph
Range1455 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731
MarketUSED / LISTED

Actual value varies sharply with engine program, inspection status and avionics. The low advertised example is not representative of every 31A.

Best for: High cruise speed and classic Learjet performance under $500K acquisition.
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#6
Cessna Citation 500
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation 500

From$550,000
6 seats 402 mph 1200 mi
#6
Cessna

Cessna Citation 500

$550,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats6
Cruise402 mph
Range1200 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D
MarketUSED / LISTED

Early Citations trade at low acquisition prices, but buyers should budget heavily for inspections, engines and avionics.

Best for: Simple light-jet ownership with a broad Citation support ecosystem.
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#7
Learjet 55
Used
USED / LISTED
Learjet

Learjet 55

From$595,000
7 seats 527 mph 2582 mi
#7
Learjet

Learjet 55

$595,000Current advertised asking price
Seats7
Cruise527 mph
Range2582 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731
MarketUSED / LISTED

A stand-up-cabin Learjet can cost less to buy than many VLJs, but fuel, maintenance and engine exposure are substantially higher.

Best for: Maximum cabin and speed per acquisition dollar.
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#8
Learjet 35A
Used
USED / MARKET
Learjet

Learjet 35A

Estimated / referenceEst. ~$650,000
ESTIMATED / QUOTE BASIS
8 seats 515 mph 2366 mi
#8
Learjet

Learjet 35A

Est. ~$650,0002026 used-market estimate
Estimated ranking value — verify final quote
Seats8
Cruise515 mph
Range2366 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731
MarketUSED / MARKET

Current market guidance commonly places usable examples roughly in the mid-six figures, with a very wide spread based on programs and inspections.

Best for: Long range and speed for buyers willing to manage legacy-jet operating costs.
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#9
Cessna Citation II
Used
USED / MARKET
Cessna

Cessna Citation II

Estimated / referenceEst. ~$700,000
ESTIMATED / QUOTE BASIS
7 seats 460 mph 1998 mi
#9
Cessna

Cessna Citation II

Est. ~$700,0002026 used-market estimate
Estimated ranking value — verify final quote
Seats7
Cruise460 mph
Range1998 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-4
MarketUSED / MARKET

The Citation II market spans a large range. This ranking value is a practical midpoint-style estimate rather than a single aircraft quote.

Best for: A classic light jet with more cabin and range than the original Citation.
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#10
Cessna Citation S/II
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation S/II

From$779,000
8 seats 461 mph 1998 mi
#10
Cessna

Cessna Citation S/II

$779,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise461 mph
Range1998 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-4B
MarketUSED / LISTED

The S/II adds aerodynamic improvements over the Citation II while remaining one of the cheaper traditional light jets to acquire.

Best for: A low-cost Citation with better performance than the earlier 550.
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#11
Eclipse 500
Used
USED / LISTED
Eclipse

Eclipse 500

From$799,000
4 seats 431 mph 1295 mi
#11
Eclipse

Eclipse 500

$799,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats4
Cruise431 mph
Range1295 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW610F
MarketUSED / LISTED

A genuinely compact VLJ with low fuel burn compared with legacy jets, though support history and upgrade status deserve careful due diligence.

Best for: Very-light-jet efficiency under $1M acquisition.
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#12
Learjet 31
Used
USED / LISTED
Learjet

Learjet 31

From$950,000
8 seats 525 mph 1455 mi
#12
Learjet

Learjet 31

$950,000Current advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise525 mph
Range1455 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731
MarketUSED / LISTED

Current Learjet listings show well-maintained 31-series aircraft around this level, with 31A examples spanning both lower and higher.

Best for: Classic high-altitude Learjet performance with a sub-$1M target price.
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#13
Cessna Citation Bravo
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation Bravo

From$995,000
7 seats 462 mph 1825 mi
#13
Cessna

Cessna Citation Bravo

$995,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats7
Cruise462 mph
Range1825 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW530A
MarketUSED / LISTED

Bravo prices vary with engine status and avionics, but current listings show that the model can still enter just below $1M.

Best for: A later Citation light jet with a comfortable cabin and familiar support network.
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#14
Cessna Citation VII
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation VII

From$1,075,000
9 seats 559 mph 2355 mi
#14
Cessna

Cessna Citation VII

$1,075,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats9
Cruise559 mph
Range2355 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731
MarketUSED / LISTED

A midsize cabin and strong speed can be bought near light-jet money, but operating expenses are in a different league.

Best for: Midsize speed and cabin at a surprisingly low purchase price.
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#15
Cessna Citation V Ultra
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation V Ultra

From$1,095,000
8 seats 495 mph 2252 mi
#15
Cessna

Cessna Citation V Ultra

$1,095,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise495 mph
Range2252 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5D
MarketUSED / LISTED

The Ultra is one of the more capable older Citations and current examples can sit just above the million-dollar mark.

Best for: Useful range, eight-seat capability and strong runway flexibility.
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#16
Hawker 800A
Used
USED / LISTED
Hawker

Hawker 800A

From$1,100,000
8 seats 521 mph 2900 mi
#16
Hawker

Hawker 800A

$1,100,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise521 mph
Range2900 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731
MarketUSED / LISTED

The purchase price can be compelling, but Hawker maintenance events and engine exposure can quickly exceed the acquisition discount.

Best for: A true midsize cabin with transcontinental-style capability for around $1M.
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#17
Cessna Citation III
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation III

From$1,100,000
9 seats 541 mph 2700 mi
#17
Cessna

Cessna Citation III

$1,100,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats9
Cruise541 mph
Range2700 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731
MarketUSED / LISTED

A lot of cabin and speed per purchase dollar, paired with the maintenance realities of an older midsize jet.

Best for: Midsize-jet performance for buyers focused on acquisition value.
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#18
Beechjet 400A
Used
USED / LISTED
Beechcraft

Beechjet 400A

From$1,150,000
7 seats 518 mph 1704 mi
#18
Beechcraft

Beechjet 400A

$1,150,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats7
Cruise518 mph
Range1704 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5
MarketUSED / LISTED

The 400A is a fast light jet and a predecessor to the Hawker 400XP, with attractive used-market acquisition pricing.

Best for: Fast light-jet travel with a seven-seat executive cabin.
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#19
Cessna CitationJet (525)
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna CitationJet (525)

From$1,190,000
6 seats 437 mph 1500 mi
#19
Cessna

Cessna CitationJet (525)

$1,190,000Current low advertised market price
Seats6
Cruise437 mph
Range1500 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Williams FJ44-1A
MarketUSED / LISTED

The original CitationJet brought Williams FJ44 efficiency to the Citation line and remains one of the more approachable owner-flown jets.

Best for: A balanced first private jet with simpler economics than many legacy turbojets.
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#20
Cessna Citation CJ1
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation CJ1

From$1,250,000
6 seats 438 mph 1430 mi
#20
Cessna

Cessna Citation CJ1

$1,250,000Current advertised asking price
Seats6
Cruise438 mph
Range1430 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Williams FJ44-1A
MarketUSED / LISTED

A refined evolution of the original CitationJet and a common step-up for owner-pilots.

Best for: Owner-flown light-jet usability with efficient Williams engines.
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#21
IAI Astra SPX
Used
USED / LISTED
IAI / Gulfstream

IAI Astra SPX

From$1,450,000
9 seats 531 mph 3400 mi
#21
IAI / Gulfstream

IAI Astra SPX

$1,450,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats9
Cruise531 mph
Range3400 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731-40R
MarketUSED / LISTED

The SPX is the direct predecessor to the Gulfstream G100, offering serious range at a relatively low acquisition price.

Best for: Long-range midsize capability for under $1.5M.
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#22
Cessna Citation Mustang
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation Mustang

From$1,495,000
4 seats 391 mph 1381 mi
#22
Cessna

Cessna Citation Mustang

$1,495,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats4
Cruise391 mph
Range1381 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW615F
MarketUSED / LISTED

The Mustang remains one of the most recognizable owner-flown VLJs, with a large installed fleet and relatively straightforward mission profile.

Best for: Owner-pilots wanting a proven four-passenger VLJ.
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#23
Dassault Falcon 20
Used
USED / LEGACY
Dassault

Dassault Falcon 20

From$1,500,000
10 seats 540 mph 2050 mi
#23
Dassault

Dassault Falcon 20

$1,500,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats10
Cruise540 mph
Range2050 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × GE CF700 / conversion dependent
MarketUSED / LEGACY

A large, iconic cabin at a low purchase price, but age, engine conversion and maintenance status are critical.

Best for: Buyers seeking maximum cabin volume and classic Falcon construction per dollar.
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#24
Hawker 400XP
Used
USED / LISTED
Hawker

Hawker 400XP

From$1,500,000
7 seats 518 mph 1737 mi
#24
Hawker

Hawker 400XP

$1,500,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats7
Cruise518 mph
Range1737 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5R
MarketUSED / LISTED

A later development of the Beechjet line with a strong charter history and plentiful market knowledge.

Best for: A familiar seven-seat light jet with strong cruise performance.
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#25
Cessna Citation V
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation V

From$1,750,000
7 seats 478 mph 2200 mi
#25
Cessna

Cessna Citation V

$1,750,000Current advertised asking price
Seats7
Cruise478 mph
Range2200 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney JT15D-5A
MarketUSED / LISTED

Current visible pricing is thin, so the live asking figure can move materially when one aircraft enters or leaves the market.

Best for: A larger-cabin Citation light jet with solid runway flexibility.
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#26
Learjet 45
Used
USED / LISTED
Bombardier Learjet

Learjet 45

From$1,750,000
8 seats 533 mph 1968 mi
#26
Bombardier Learjet

Learjet 45

$1,750,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise533 mph
Range1968 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731-20
MarketUSED / LISTED

A much newer-generation Learjet design than the 30/50-series, with a more modern cabin and systems architecture.

Best for: Modern Learjet speed and cabin without entering new-aircraft pricing.
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#27
Cirrus Vision Jet (used)
Used
USED / CPO
Cirrus

Cirrus Vision Jet (used)

From$1,825,000
5 seats 358 mph 1470 mi
#27
Cirrus

Cirrus Vision Jet (used)

$1,825,000Used certified pre-owned reference
Seats5
Cruise358 mph
Range1470 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryPersonal Jet
Engine1 × Williams FJ33
MarketUSED / CPO

Used Vision Jets vary widely by generation, JetStream coverage and avionics. This is a low-end used reference, not the price of a new G3.

Best for: Single-engine personal-jet simplicity and parachute-equipped ownership.
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View Cirrus pre-owned listing reference ↗
#28
Learjet 25D
Used
USED / COLLECTOR
Learjet

Learjet 25D

From$1,900,000
9 seats 541 mph 1700 mi
#28
Learjet

Learjet 25D

$1,900,000Current advertised asking price
Seats9
Cruise541 mph
Range1700 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × GE CJ610
MarketUSED / COLLECTOR

This unusually high asking price reflects a highly upgraded/exceptional example and should not be read as the normal value of all Learjet 25Ds.

Best for: Collectors or buyers seeking a highly upgraded first-generation Learjet.
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#29
Learjet 40XR
Used
USED / LISTED
Bombardier Learjet

Learjet 40XR

From$2,150,000
7 seats 525 mph 1910 mi
#29
Bombardier Learjet

Learjet 40XR

$2,150,000Current advertised asking price
Seats7
Cruise525 mph
Range1910 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Honeywell TFE731-20BR
MarketUSED / LISTED

The 40XR packages Learjet 45-family systems into a shorter light-jet cabin.

Best for: Fast, modern light-jet capability around the $2M level.
OWNER & BUYER COMMUNITY Connect With Learjet 40XR Owners → Join the RotorX Private Jet Community →
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#30
Embraer Phenom 100E
Used
USED / LISTED
Embraer

Embraer Phenom 100E

From$2,595,000
5 seats 466 mph 1355 mi
#30
Embraer

Embraer Phenom 100E

$2,595,000Current advertised asking price
Seats5
Cruise466 mph
Range1355 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW617F-E
MarketUSED / LISTED

The 100E adds refinements over the original Phenom 100 while retaining the same broad VLJ mission.

Best for: A later Phenom 100 variant without paying new-aircraft pricing.
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#31
Learjet 60
Used
USED / LISTED
Bombardier Learjet

Learjet 60

From$2,695,000
8 seats 525 mph 2783 mi
#31
Bombardier Learjet

Learjet 60

$2,695,000Current advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise525 mph
Range2783 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW305A
MarketUSED / LISTED

A popular high-performance midsize jet with strong climb and cruise, but materially higher operating cost than VLJs and light jets.

Best for: Midsize range and speed without moving into large-cabin pricing.
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#32
Cessna Citation CJ2
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation CJ2

From$2,750,000
7 seats 480 mph 1800 mi
#32
Cessna

Cessna Citation CJ2

$2,750,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats7
Cruise480 mph
Range1800 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Williams FJ44-2C
MarketUSED / LISTED

The CJ2 stretches the original CJ concept with more cabin and range while retaining efficient Williams engines.

Best for: A proven owner-flown light jet with useful seven-seat capability.
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#33
Cessna Citation Encore
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation Encore

From$2,950,000
8 seats 494 mph 2000 mi
#33
Cessna

Cessna Citation Encore

$2,950,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats8
Cruise494 mph
Range2000 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryLight Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW535A
MarketUSED / LISTED

A late evolution of the Citation V/Ultra family with improved engines and useful payload-range capability.

Best for: A mature Citation design with a strong mix of range, payload and runway performance.
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#34
HondaJet HA-420 (used)
Used
USED / MARKET
Honda Aircraft

HondaJet HA-420 (used)

Estimated / referenceEst. ~$3,200,000
ESTIMATED / QUOTE BASIS
5 seats 486 mph 1437 mi
#34
Honda Aircraft

HondaJet HA-420 (used)

Est. ~$3,200,0002026 used-market estimate
Estimated ranking value — verify final quote
Seats5
Cruise486 mph
Range1437 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × GE Honda HF120
MarketUSED / MARKET

Early HondaJets commonly trade below Elite-series aircraft. This ranking value is a current used-market estimate rather than one fixed listing.

Best for: Distinctive modern VLJ design with excellent speed and baggage packaging.
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View 2026 HondaJet market guide ↗
#35
Cessna Citation Excel
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation Excel

From$3,400,000
9 seats 498 mph 2111 mi
#35
Cessna

Cessna Citation Excel

$3,400,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats9
Cruise498 mph
Range2111 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW545A
MarketUSED / LISTED

The Excel combines a midsize stand-up cabin with light-jet-style field performance, which keeps demand relatively strong.

Best for: Stand-up cabin comfort without a large-jet footprint.
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#36
Cirrus Vision Jet G3
New
NEW / CURRENT
Cirrus

Cirrus Vision Jet G3

From$3,680,000
5 seats 358 mph 1470 mi
#36
Cirrus

Cirrus Vision Jet G3

$3,680,0002026 new-aircraft price reference
Seats5
Cruise358 mph
Range1470 mi
PurchaseNew
CategoryPersonal Jet
Engine1 × Williams FJ33
MarketNEW / CURRENT

Unlike most aircraft in the ranking, this is a current-production new jet rather than a used-market acquisition.

Best for: The lowest-cost current-production personal jet in the catalog.
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#37
Embraer Phenom 100EX
New
NEW / CURRENT
Embraer

Embraer Phenom 100EX

From$4,995,000
5 seats 470 mph 1356 mi
#37
Embraer

Embraer Phenom 100EX

$4,995,000Current new-aircraft list reference
Seats5
Cruise470 mph
Range1356 mi
PurchaseNew
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW617F1-E
MarketNEW / CURRENT

Current-production entry model in Embraer Executive Jets, with modern avionics and cabin updates over earlier Phenom 100s.

Best for: A new-production twin-engine VLJ with a strong support network.
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#38
Cessna Citation XLS
Used
USED / LISTED
Cessna

Cessna Citation XLS

From$5,250,000
9 seats 498 mph 2126 mi
#38
Cessna

Cessna Citation XLS

$5,250,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats9
Cruise498 mph
Range2126 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryMidsize Jet
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW545B
MarketUSED / LISTED

A later Excel-family model with a very liquid charter and corporate market, so acquisition prices stay stronger than older Citations.

Best for: Stand-up cabin, strong runway performance and broad market support.
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#39
Cessna Citation M2 Gen2
Used
USED / CURRENT GEN
Cessna

Cessna Citation M2 Gen2

From$5,399,000
6 seats 464 mph 1550 mi
#39
Cessna

Cessna Citation M2 Gen2

$5,399,000Current low advertised asking price
Seats6
Cruise464 mph
Range1550 mi
PurchaseUsed
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × Williams FJ44-1AP
MarketUSED / CURRENT GEN

A current-generation owner-pilot Citation with modern avionics, improved cabin details and a large service network.

Best for: Modern Citation ownership without moving into larger CJ pricing.
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#40
HondaJet Elite II
New
NEW / CURRENT
Honda Aircraft

HondaJet Elite II

Estimated / referenceEst. ~$6,900,000 new
ESTIMATED / QUOTE BASIS
5 seats 486 mph 1547 mi
#40
Honda Aircraft

HondaJet Elite II

Est. ~$6,900,000 new2026 new-aircraft market reference
Estimated ranking value — verify final quote
Seats5
Cruise486 mph
Range1547 mi
PurchaseNew
CategoryVery Light Jet
Engine2 × GE Honda HF120
MarketNEW / CURRENT

New-aircraft pricing depends on configuration and delivery slot. The ranking uses a current market estimate rather than a single dealer quote.

Best for: One of the fastest and most distinctive current-production VLJs.
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PRICE SPECTRUM

See the market at a glance

Log-scaled so affordable models remain easy to compare beside seven-figure private jets.

What is the cheapest private jet you can buy?

At the very bottom of the market, older Learjets and early Citations can appear below $500,000. The ranking separates fixed asking prices from auction openings and estimated market values, because the cheapest advertised jet is not always the cheapest aircraft to own.

Why are some old private jets so cheap?

Acquisition price is only one part of the economics. Engines, inspections, avionics, parts, fuel and calendar maintenance can easily exceed the purchase price of an older jet.

Are auction prices ranked like asking prices?

They can appear in the ranking, but they are clearly labeled as auction or estimated references. An opening bid is not a guaranteed final sale price.

Which jets are best for owner-pilots?

Use the Jet class, Seats and Price basis filters. VLJs and smaller Citation-family aircraft are generally more relevant to owner-pilots than legacy midsize jets.

Do these prices include inspections or upcoming maintenance?

No. Open each card and check the linked source. Two aircraft with the same asking price can have radically different engine and inspection exposure.

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Explore high-end military, civilian and VIP helicopters using public acquisition figures, base prices and clearly labeled estimates.

Minimum price $6M+
$6M$25M$50M$100M$220M+
RANKED CATALOG

Explore the most expensive helicopters

Military figures may be procurement or contract averages; civilian figures may be base prices or estimates. Open each card to see the price basis.

#1
Sikorsky VH-92A Patriot
Military
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky VH-92A Patriot

Price$215.3M
14 seats 174 mph 539 mi
#1
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky VH-92A Patriot

$215.3MProgram acquisition unit cost
Seats14
Cruise174 mph
Range539 mi
TypeMilitary
RolePresidential
Engine2 × GE CT7-8A6

The $215.3M figure is the VH-92A total program acquisition unit cost, not a civilian retail price.

Best for: Presidential transport with secure communications and executive mission systems.
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#2
Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion
Military
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion

Price~$136.8M
30 seats 196 mph 530 mi
#2
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallion

~$136.8MFY2025 procurement average
Seats30
Cruise196 mph
Range530 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleHeavy lift
Engine3 × GE T408

FY2025 procurement funding divided by 19 aircraft. Program accounting can include related procurement items.

Best for: Extreme heavy-lift military missions and high-hot payload capability.
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#3
Eurocopter / Airbus Tiger
Military
Airbus Helicopters

Eurocopter / Airbus Tiger

Price~$73M
2 seats 180 mph 497 mi
#3
Airbus Helicopters

Eurocopter / Airbus Tiger

~$73MPublic estimate
Seats2
Cruise180 mph
Range497 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleAttack
Engine2 × MTR390

No simple manufacturer list price exists; this is a directional public estimate for an armed military platform.

Best for: Dedicated European attack helicopter capability.
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#4
NHIndustries NH90
Military
NHIndustries / Airbus / Leonardo / Fokker

NHIndustries NH90

Price~$67.4M
20 seats 177 mph 423 mi
#4
NHIndustries / Airbus / Leonardo / Fokker

NHIndustries NH90

~$67.4MSpain Phase III package average
Seats20
Cruise177 mph
Range423 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleMulti-role
Engine2 × RTM322 / GE T700 variants

Approximate USD equivalent of €1.785B divided by 31 aircraft; contract also includes initial logistics support.

Best for: Modern multi-role transport for land and naval missions.
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View 2025 Spain procurement ↗
#5
Boeing CH-47F Block II Chinook
Military
Boeing

Boeing CH-47F Block II Chinook

Price~$54M
33 seats 188 mph 400 mi
#5
Boeing

Boeing CH-47F Block II Chinook

~$54M2026 contract average
Seats33
Cruise188 mph
Range400 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleHeavy lift
Engine2 × Honeywell T55

$324M contract divided across six CH-47F Block II helicopters.

Best for: Battlefield cargo, troop transport and heavy external loads.
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View 2026 Boeing contract ↗
#6
Boeing AH-64E Apache
Military
Boeing

Boeing AH-64E Apache

Price~$44.3M
2 seats 165 mph 299 mi
#6
Boeing

Boeing AH-64E Apache

~$44.3M2025 contract average
Seats2
Cruise165 mph
Range299 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleAttack
Engine2 × GE T700

Nearly $4.7B divided by 106 new-build aircraft; contract also includes support elements and trainers.

Best for: High-end attack and networked battlefield missions.
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#7
Bell AH-1Z Viper
Military
Bell

Bell AH-1Z Viper

Price~$37.9M
2 seats 180 mph 426 mi
#7
Bell

Bell AH-1Z Viper

~$37.9MNigeria contract average
Seats2
Cruise180 mph
Range426 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleAttack
Engine2 × GE T700

$455M divided by 12 aircraft; contract includes engineering, management and logistics support.

Best for: Marine attack missions with modern weapons integration.
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View 2024 production contract ↗
#8
Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk
Military
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk

Price~$37.3M
5 seats 165 mph 518 mi
#8
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk

~$37.3MProduction order average
Seats5
Cruise165 mph
Range518 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleMaritime
Engine2 × GE T700

$447.2M production contract divided by 12 helicopters; wider program budget was higher with mission equipment.

Best for: Anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare from ships.
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View South Korea production order ↗
#9
Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk
Military
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk

Price~$32.0M
15 seats 174 mph 368 mi
#9
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky UH-60M Black Hawk

~$32.0MFY2025 procurement average
Seats15
Cruise174 mph
Range368 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleUtility
Engine2 × GE T700

FY2025 UH-60M procurement line divided by 24 aircraft; includes 9 UH-60M and 15 HH-60M mission variants.

Best for: Utility transport, air assault and medevac missions.
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View U.S. DoD FY2025 budget ↗
#10
Sikorsky S-92
Civilian
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky S-92

Price$30.61M
19 seats 174 mph 628 mi
#10
Sikorsky / Lockheed Martin

Sikorsky S-92

$30.61MPublished base price
Seats19
Cruise174 mph
Range628 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleOffshore
Engine2 × GE CT7-8A

Commercial heavy helicopter used for offshore, SAR, head-of-state and executive transport.

Best for: Large-cabin civilian heavy helicopter with proven offshore record.
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View Current published base price ↗
#11
Airbus H225
Civilian
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H225

Price$29.5M
19 seats 163 mph 522 mi
#11
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H225

$29.5MPublished base aircraft price
Seats19
Cruise163 mph
Range522 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleOffshore
Engine2 × Safran Makila 2A1

Heavy twin-engine helicopter used for offshore transport, SAR and demanding utility work.

Best for: Civilian heavy-lift and long-range offshore operations.
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View Aircraft showroom base price ↗
#12
Airbus H145M
Military
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H145M

Price~$26.8M
10 seats 153 mph 397 mi
#12
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H145M

~$26.8MIreland package average
Seats10
Cruise153 mph
Range397 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleUtility
Engine2 × Safran Arriel 2E

Approximate USD equivalent of €91.7M divided by four; mission equipment and associated services are included.

Best for: Armed light utility, training, surveillance and special-operations support.
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View Ireland 2025 procurement ↗
#13
Leonardo AW101
Military
Leonardo

Leonardo AW101

Price~$25M
30 seats 173 mph 863 mi
#13
Leonardo

Leonardo AW101

~$25MEstimated aircraft value
Seats30
Cruise173 mph
Range863 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleMulti-role
Engine3 × CT7 / RTM322

Actual military procurement packages vary widely with sensors, training and support. Figure is a directional aircraft estimate.

Best for: Long-range naval, SAR, transport and head-of-state missions.
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#14
Airbus H225M Caracal
Military
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H225M Caracal

Price~$24M
28 seats 160 mph 700 mi
#14
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H225M Caracal

~$24MEstimated unit value
Seats28
Cruise160 mph
Range700 mi
TypeMilitary
RoleHeavy lift
Engine2 × Safran Makila 2A1

Military H225M pricing is normally negotiated by contract; displayed value is a market estimate rather than MSRP.

Best for: Combat search-and-rescue, special operations and tactical transport.
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#15
Bell 525 Relentless
Civilian
Bell

Bell 525 Relentless

Price~$18M
16 seats 184 mph 712 mi
#15
Bell

Bell 525 Relentless

~$18MEstimated price
Seats16
Cruise184 mph
Range712 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleOffshore
Engine2 × GE CT7-2F1

Bell does not publish a fixed list price; this is a current directional estimate. Certification status should be checked before purchase.

Best for: Next-generation super-medium offshore and executive transport.
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#16
Airbus H175
Civilian
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H175

Price$17.9M
18 seats 171 mph 659 mi
#16
Airbus Helicopters

Airbus H175

$17.9MPublished base aircraft price
Seats18
Cruise171 mph
Range659 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleOffshore
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67E

Super-medium commercial helicopter aimed at offshore, public-service and VIP missions.

Best for: Long-range super-medium operations with a large cabin.
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#17
Leonardo AW189
Civilian
Leonardo

Leonardo AW189

Price~$17M
19 seats 183 mph 749 mi
#17
Leonardo

Leonardo AW189

~$17MCurrent market estimate
Seats19
Cruise183 mph
Range749 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleOffshore
Engine2 × GE CT7-2E1 / Safran Aneto

Leonardo generally quotes this platform by configuration; displayed figure is a current directional market estimate.

Best for: High-capacity super-medium offshore and search-and-rescue missions.
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#18
SUBARU Bell 412EPX
Civilian
Bell / Subaru

SUBARU Bell 412EPX

Price~$16.5M
14 seats 140 mph 411 mi
#18
Bell / Subaru

SUBARU Bell 412EPX

~$16.5MEstimated current value
Seats14
Cruise140 mph
Range411 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleUtility
EnginePratt & Whitney PT6T-9 Twin-Pac

Bell does not publish a fixed retail price. Public estimates place current aircraft in the mid-teens to around $20M depending on configuration.

Best for: Rugged utility, firefighting, public safety and transport missions.
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#19
Leonardo AW139
Civilian
Leonardo

Leonardo AW139

Price$15.9M
15 seats 190 mph 659 mi
#19
Leonardo

Leonardo AW139

$15.9MPublished base aircraft price
Seats15
Cruise190 mph
Range659 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleOffshore
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PT6C-67C

Popular medium twin used for offshore, EMS, SAR, government and executive missions.

Best for: Versatile medium twin with a huge worldwide installed base.
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#20
Airbus ACH145 Mercedes-Benz Edition
VIP
Airbus Corporate Helicopters

Airbus ACH145 Mercedes-Benz Edition

Price~$15M
8 seats 158 mph 403 mi
#20
Airbus Corporate Helicopters

Airbus ACH145 Mercedes-Benz Edition

~$15MPublished 2026 base estimate
Seats8
Cruise158 mph
Range403 mi
TypeVIP
RoleVIP
Engine2 × Safran Arriel 2E

Special luxury ACH145 completion inspired by Mercedes-Maybach styling; customization can raise final cost.

Best for: Compact luxury helicopter with bespoke automotive-inspired cabin design.
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View 2026 published estimate ↗
#21
Sikorsky S-76D
VIP
Sikorsky

Sikorsky S-76D

Price$14.9M
10 seats 178 mph 472 mi
#21
Sikorsky

Sikorsky S-76D

$14.9MLast published base price
Seats10
Cruise178 mph
Range472 mi
TypeVIP
RoleVIP
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW210S

Legacy premium executive helicopter; new production ended, so this price is useful as a historical/new-aircraft benchmark rather than a current factory quote.

Best for: Classic executive transport and corporate shuttle missions.
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View Published base price reference ↗
#22
Airbus ACH160
VIP
Airbus Corporate Helicopters

Airbus ACH160

Price$14M base
10 seats 178 mph 529 mi
#22
Airbus Corporate Helicopters

Airbus ACH160

$14M basePublished base price
Seats10
Cruise178 mph
Range529 mi
TypeVIP
RoleVIP
Engine2 × Safran Arrano 1A

VIP ACH completions can rise well above base aircraft pricing depending on interior and options.

Best for: Modern luxury transport with low vibration and distinctive Fenestron tail rotor.
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View Published H160 base price reference ↗
#23
Leonardo AW169
Civilian
Leonardo

Leonardo AW169

Price$9.5M
10 seats 173 mph 497 mi
#23
Leonardo

Leonardo AW169

$9.5MCurrent new-price reference
Seats10
Cruise173 mph
Range497 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleUtility
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW210A

Light-intermediate twin used across VIP, EMS, utility and government roles.

Best for: Premium light-intermediate twin with flexible cabin and modern avionics.
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View 2026 new-price reference ↗
#24
Bell 429
VIP
Bell

Bell 429

Price~$8M
7 seats 172 mph 472 mi
#24
Bell

Bell 429

~$8MCurrent new-price reference
Seats7
Cruise172 mph
Range472 mi
TypeVIP
RoleVIP
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW207D1

Bell quotes individual transactions; approximately $8M is a current new-aircraft market reference, before bespoke options.

Best for: Corporate, HEMS and public-service missions in a compact twin.
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View Manufacturer current model page ↗
#25
MD 902 Explorer
Civilian
MD Helicopters

MD 902 Explorer

Price$7.25M
6 seats 151 mph 296 mi
#25
MD Helicopters

MD 902 Explorer

$7.25MPublished base-price reference
Seats6
Cruise151 mph
Range296 mi
TypeCivilian
RoleUtility
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW207E

NOTAR-equipped twin-engine helicopter; pricing is a reference benchmark and current factory availability should be confirmed.

Best for: Twin-engine utility work with NOTAR anti-torque technology.
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View Published base price reference ↗
#26
Leonardo AW109 GrandNew
VIP
Leonardo

Leonardo AW109 GrandNew

Price~$6.1M
7 seats 177 mph 533 mi
#26
Leonardo

Leonardo AW109 GrandNew

~$6.1MRecent inventory reference
Seats7
Cruise177 mph
Range533 mi
TypeVIP
RoleVIP
Engine2 × Pratt & Whitney PW207C

GrandNew production has wound down; this is a recent market/inventory reference rather than a new factory MSRP.

Best for: Fast light-twin executive transport with retractable landing gear.
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View Recent market inventory ↗
PRICE SPECTRUM

See the top end of the market at a glance

Log-scaled so civilian models remain readable beside nine-figure military acquisition programs.

What is the most expensive helicopter in this ranking?

The VH-92A Patriot sits at the top when ranked by its publicly reported program acquisition unit cost. That figure is not a retail sticker price, so every card identifies whether its number is a program cost, contract average, published base price or estimate.

Are military and civilian helicopter prices directly comparable?

No. Military contracts can include mission systems, support, training or government-furnished equipment, while civilian prices may represent a base aircraft before interior and mission options.

Why are some prices marked estimated?

Many helicopter manufacturers quote aircraft individually instead of publishing MSRP. Estimated entries are labeled clearly and link to the underlying model or market reference.

Is the V-22 Osprey included?

No. The V-22 is a tiltrotor rather than a conventional helicopter, so it is intentionally excluded from this helicopter ranking.

Can I compare only civilian or VIP helicopters?

Yes. Use the Type filter and the cards will reorganize and renumber automatically while preserving the original ranking in the page source.

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