The Cessna Caravan and C208 series are among the most versatile aircraft in Mexico’s regional charter and cargo network, operating into secondary airports, island strips, and coastal fields that no other fixed-wing charter aircraft can routinely serve. Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula, Pacific coast, and remote interior destinations rely heavily on Caravan-category aircraft.
The Cessna Caravan entered service in 1985, powered by a single Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-114A engine. The C208B Grand Caravan is a stretched variant with a longer fuselage. Passenger configuration seats 9 to 14, cruise is 186 knots, and the ceiling is 25,000 feet with a range of 964 nautical miles. Every Cessna Caravan & C208 we arrange flies with an operator certificated 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 Mexico
Mexico’s island destinations, including Holbox, Isla Mujeres, and Cozumel, rely on Caravan-category aircraft for direct point-to-point access from the mainland. Holbox in particular has a short grass strip that limits the aircraft types available for direct access, and the Caravan is among the few charter options.
In the Yucatan Peninsula and Chiapas, the Caravan serves secondary airports and private strips connected to eco-lodges, archaeological sites, and remote destinations that have no commercial service. For travel to locations like Palenque, Agua Azul, or remote coastal camps, the Caravan is often the only fixed-wing charter option.
Mexico’s humanitarian and cargo operations rely on Caravan fleets for time-sensitive freight, medical supplies, and personnel movement across the regional airport network. The combination of short-field capability, large cargo door, and low operating cost make it the dominant single-engine turboprop in Mexico’s utility sector.
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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 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Caravan charter on Mexico regional routes typically runs $1,500 to $2,200 per hour as of 7/2026.
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 Mexico departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Caravan & C208 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.