For Houston departures where the group is small and the sector is under two hours, a very light jet is usually the efficient answer. The Embraer Phenom 100 is a practical fit for a small Houston team traveling together.
Embraer introduced the Embraer Phenom 100 in 2008.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Very Light Jet
- Manufacturer: Embraer
- Year introduced: 2008
- Seating: 4 to 7
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 1,178 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 380 knots
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 42.1 feet
- Wingspan: 40.4 feet
- Height: 14.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 67 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Embraer Phenom 100 Fits Houston
For a small group on a short Houston leg, it moves faster than a turboprop and costs less to run than a light jet.
On the published 1,178 nautical miles of range, allowing for winds and reserves, Chicago, Aspen, and Miami sit inside a nonstop leg from Houston. That is a planning number rather than a promise, and the operator will confirm it against your routing.
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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 Embraer Phenom 100 run $3,000 to $4,200 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Very Light Jets Available
- Cessna Citation CJ1
- Cessna Citation M2
- Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510
- Cirrus Vision Jet SF50
- Eclipse 500
- Honda HA-420 HondaJet
The full very light jets category page lists every very light jet we arrange for Houston departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Embraer Phenom 100 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.