Why choose the Airbus A318 Elite for private travel?

It brings an airliner-width cabin to a private itinerary. A smaller passenger party can use that space for separate lounges, dining, meetings and rest instead of rows of airline seats.

Are all private Airbus cabins arranged the same way?

No. The completion defines the rooms, seating and service facilities. Ask for a current floor plan and cabin photographs rather than assuming another aircraft of the same type has an identical interior.

What should I check about the Airbus A318 Elite engine fit?

Engine options and subvariants can differ within the aircraft family. Ask for the exact airframe and engine specification, especially when comparing an original aircraft with a later version or conversion.

Can sports or event equipment travel with the passengers?

A guide figure for baggage space is about 12.2 cubic metres. It may be possible, but a passenger seat count is not a cargo allowance. Ask the operator to check the packed equipment alongside ordinary luggage and to confirm how oversized pieces will be handled.

Can it complete our route without a fuel stop?

Range depends on the passenger and baggage load, winds, routing and required fuel reserves. Ask the operator to assess the actual itinerary; a headline range by itself is not a nonstop promise.

Can the operator arrange a different onboard service for our group?

Discuss meals, drinks and any special requirements when planning the charter. The seating plan and installed galley set practical limits, and a private group booking does not by itself include a particular catering package.

Can the cabin be used for sleeping on an overnight flight?

Some layouts provide convertible seats, divans or a dedicated rest area. Ask for the actual sleeping plan: daytime passenger capacity is not the same as the number of comfortable sleeping places, and privacy depends on the completion.

Airbus A318 Elite for charter

Charter Airbus A318 Elite – explore specs, range, speed, dimensions & compare with similar private jets

Charter Price per Hour$7 100 – $9 700

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Aircraft Info

Model:: Airbus A318 Elite
Family:: Airbus ACJ
Manufacturer:: Airbus

Aircraft Class:: VIP airliner
ICAO/IATA Codes:: A318/32C

Number Built:: 80
Available on Aviapages:: 2
Single Pilot Operations:: No

Popularity55
Reliability85
Comfort95

Performance

Service Ceiling:: 40 000 ft 12 192 m
Max Takeoff Weight:: 149 914 lbs 68 000 kg

Engine Type:: 2 x Turbojet
Typical Engine:: 2 x CFM56-5B / PW6000
Typical Avionics:: Airbus EFIS and FMGS

Long Range Cruise Speed:: 427 kts 790 km/h
Max Cruise Speed:: 486 kts 900 km/h

Payload–Range Chart

Estimated Max Flight Time:: 9.5 h
Max Range:: 4 200 nmi 7 778 km
Fuel Burn Rate:: 5 071 lb/h 2 300 kg/h
Max Payload:: 15 432 lbs 7 000 kg

Airbus A318 Elite Cabin Plan

Max passengers:: 100
Cabin Height:: 6.27 ft 1.91 m
Cabin Width:: 12.17 ft 3.71 m
Cabin Length:: 69.75 ft 21.26 m

Sleeping Places:: 8
Estimated Cabin Volume:: 4 178.45 ft³ 118.32 m³
Luggage Volume:: 430.84 ft³ 12.2 m³

6 Divan seats
8 Sleeping places
Shower availability
Hot meal
Lavatory
Cabin crew

Airframe

Aircraft Height:: 41.21 ft 12.56 m
Aircraft Length:: 103.15 ft 31.44 m
Wingspan:: 111.88 ft 34.1 m

Cabin Zones:: Multiple bespoke living areas: typically reception/galley, lounge, dining or conference area and private bedroom with lavatory; partitions and seating vary by completion
Doors:: Left-side main passenger boarding doors and right-side catering/service doors; additional exits and lower-hold cargo doors are separate. Exact count and deactivation status require the approved layout
Baggage Compartment:: Underfloor forward/aft baggage holds plus cabin overhead storage; VIP auxiliary fuel tanks may reduce available hold volume
Airstairs:: External boarding stairs or bridge typical

Charter Costs for the Airbus A318 Elite

Price per Hour

Charter Price per Hour: $7 100 – $9 700

Owning Price

Buying Price (new): —
Pre-owned Price Range: $25M

Charter Costs

Cost per NM: $18.67
Direct Operating Cost (DOC)/h: $4 020 – $6 280
Annual Cost of Ownership: $1.47M – $2.3M
Cost per Seat-Mile: $0.14 – $0.19

Total Annual Variable Costs

At 200 hours: $1.03M
At 350 hours: $1.8M

Total Fixed Cost

At 200 hours: $82 500
At 350 hours: $82 500

Dubai – London

OMDW – EGSS

Flight time:: 7 h 10 min
Estimated price:: $173 516

New York City – London

KJFK – EGSS

Flight time:: 6 h 10 min
Estimated price:: $150 389

Dubai – New York City

OMDW – KJFK

Flight time:: 13 h 15 min
Estimated price:: $314 205

London – Los Angeles

EGSS – KLAX

Flight time:: 10 h 33 min
Estimated price:: $251 762

Dubai – Beijing

OMDW – ZBAA

Flight time:: 6 h 32 min
Estimated price:: $158 868

New York City – Tokyo

KJFK – RJTT

Flight time:: 13 h 5 min
Estimated price:: $310 349

These route prices are estimates. The final quote will be provided by your manager and may vary depending on aircraft availability, travel dates, airport fees, and additional services.

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Airbus A318 Elite Description

Launched as a smaller, shorter-range, lower-cost option to the inimitable A319 ACJ, the Airbus A318 Elite corporate jet provides the type of comfort and space you would find at home or in the office. The A318 Elite has a lounge, dining area and private office, which converts to a bedroom and bathrooms. The jet can accommodate up to 19 passengers in unparalleled comfort, space and style and can fly transatlantic as well as intercontinental journeys. The Airbus A318 Elite combines the largest-in-class cabin with Airbus reliability and intercontinental performance. It is one of very few aircraft in the exclusive charter market to feature a private office and bathroom across the entire cabin width. The Airbus A318 Elite typically seats 18 passengers and can include a separate office, dining room and bedroom. The A318 offers spacious internal and external luggage storage.