The Bombardier CRJ-200 in standard 50-seat commercial configuration is a regional jet that occasionally appears in Mexico charter when a large group needs to move between airports within Mexico or from US border regions to nearby Mexican cities. At 1,645 nautical miles of range, it is a short-to-medium haul aircraft suited to specific Mexico domestic and near-border routings.
Bombardier built the CRJ-200 as a regional narrowbody powered by two General Electric CF34-3B1 turbofans, cruising at 424 knots up to 41,000 feet. The 50-seat commercial configuration is the standard version; the separate CRJ-200 VIP is the executive-configured variant with 14 to 30 seats.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: VIP Airliner
- Manufacturer: Bombardier Aerospace
- Year introduced: 1996
- Seating: 50
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,645 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 424 knots
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 87.8 feet
- Wingspan: 69.6 feet
- Height: 20.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 308 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Bombardier CRJ-200 Fits Mexico
At 1,645 nautical miles, the CRJ-200 covers US border regions to Mexico destinations and shorter domestic Mexico routes: Houston to Monterrey under 500 nautical miles, Dallas to Monterrey under 600 nautical miles, Mexico City to Cancun at roughly 810 nautical miles. It does not reach New York to Mexico City or Los Angeles to Mexico City nonstop.
The 50-seat commercial configuration is a group option for secondary airports in Mexico that handle regional jets routinely. Guadalajara, Monterrey, Merida, and other corporate and leisure destinations all accommodate the CRJ-200 without special planning.
Foreign-registered aircraft operating charter flights in Mexico require a Blanket Permit from AFAC. The same passengers transported into Mexico by a foreign charter aircraft cannot be replaced by new passengers for domestic segments: Mexican cabotage rules apply. We confirm the charter operator’s AFAC permit status before any CRJ-200 booking in Mexico.
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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 Bombardier CRJ-200 run $8,000 to $12,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
At $8,000 to $12,000 per hour, the standard CRJ-200 is the lowest-rate aircraft in this batch, and the 50-seat configuration is what justifies it for group Mexico travel.
Other VIP Airliners Available
The full vip airliners category page lists every vip airliner we arrange for Mexico departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Bombardier CRJ-200 charter in or out of Mexico, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to 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.