The Piaggio Avanti is one of the fastest turboprops available for Mexico travel, cruising at approximately 402 knots on a pusher-propeller design that produces a cabin quieter than most turboprops while matching or beating some light jets on speed. For Mexico domestic routes and short transborder trips, it occupies a unique position between turboprop economics and jet performance.
The Piaggio Avanti II entered service in 2005, powered by two Pratt and Whitney Canada PT6A-66B engines in a pusher configuration mounted aft of the main wing. It seats 7 to 9 passengers, cruises at approximately 402 knots, and has a ceiling of 41,000 feet with a range of 1,470 nautical miles. Every Piaggio Avanti 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: Piaggio Aerospace
- Year introduced: 2005
- Seating: 7 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 1,470 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 402 knots
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 47.3 feet
- Wingspan: 46 feet
- Height: 13.1 feet
- Baggage volume: 44 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Piaggio Avanti Fits Mexico
The Avanti’s 402-knot cruise speed means it reaches Mexico domestic destinations meaningfully faster than any King Air variant, and on sectors of 400 to 700 nautical miles, the speed advantage over a King Air 350 is 30 to 45 minutes. For executives making day trips between Mexico City and Monterrey or Guadalajara, that time difference matters.
The 41,000-foot ceiling is notable for a turboprop and gives the Avanti weather routing capability above most of Mexico’s regional weather. On Pacific coast routes and Gulf crossing sectors, this ceiling is a practical advantage over lower-ceiling turboprops in summer convective season.
The Avanti’s cabin noise profile, significantly quieter than tractor-propeller turboprops, is relevant for Mexico business travel where in-flight work or conversation is part of the trip’s purpose. The 7 to 9 passenger cabin fits the typical executive travel group on shorter Mexico domestic sectors.
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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 Piaggio Avanti run $2,200 to $3,200 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Piaggio Avanti charter on Mexico routes typically runs $2,200 to $3,200 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 Piaggio Avanti 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.