Out of Houston, a turboprop is usually the answer when the destination has a short runway and the trip is under two hours. The Cessna Caravan & C208 is one of the larger cabins we put in front of Houston groups before the trip moves to airliner-size.
Cessna (Textron Aviation) introduced the Cessna Caravan & C208 in 1986. Every Cessna Caravan & C208 we arrange flies with an operator certified under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Turboprop
- Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 1986
- Seating: 9 to 14
- Crew: 1
- Range: 964 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 186 knots
- Service ceiling: 25,000 feet
- Length: 41.6 feet
- Wingspan: 52.1 feet
- Height: 15.1 feet
- Baggage volume: 111 cubic feet
Why the Cessna Caravan & C208 Fits Houston
For the Midland and Odessa run it is hard to beat on operating cost, and it handles the shorter Houston-area runways without a performance conversation.
Published range is 964 nautical miles, which puts New Orleans, Midland and the Permian Basin, and Mexico City within a single sector from Houston once reserves are allowed for. The operator’s own performance figures for the day are what actually govern this, not the brochure range.
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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; reports may be provided on request.
- 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 Cessna Caravan & C208 run $1,500 to $2,200 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Turboprops Available
- Beechcraft Denali
- Beechcraft King Air 100
- Beechcraft King Air 250
- Beechcraft King Air 260
- Beechcraft King Air 360
- Beechcraft King Air C90GTx
The full turboprops category page lists every turboprop we arrange for Houston departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Caravan & C208 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.