VIP airliners handle the Houston movements that outgrow a heavy jet: full teams, large delegations, and corporate groups traveling together. The Airbus A340-300 sits in airliner-size territory, which changes the rules the trip runs under.
Airbus introduced the Airbus A340-300 in 1993. More than one lavatory is fitted, which starts to matter when the cabin is full on a long sector. Cabins are typically fitted with a galley, though this varies by airframe and we confirm the specifics before quoting. Seats reflect typical VIP / executive configuration. Full specifications for the Airbus A340-300 are published by Airbus Commercial Aircraft.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: VIP Airliner
- Manufacturer: Airbus
- Year introduced: 1993
- Seating: 30 to 60
- Crew: 2
- Range: 7,400 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.82 (about 470 knots)
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 208.9 feet
- Wingspan: 197.8 feet
- Height: 55.7 feet
- Baggage volume: 6,950 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Multiple lavatories
Why the Airbus A340-300 Fits Houston
Bush Intercontinental has the runway and the ground handling for aircraft this size, which is not true of every Houston field.
The published 7,400 nautical miles covers New York, Bogota, and Sao Paulo nonstop out of Houston once you allow for winds and reserves. Real-world range moves with payload, temperature, and winds, so the operator checks it against your specific trip.
Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Airbus A340-300 run $25,000 to $35,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other VIP Airliners Available
The full vip airliners category page lists every vip airliner we arrange for Houston departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Airbus A340-300 charter from Houston, TX, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.