Are propeller planes more efficient than jet planes?

Since jet engines can also produce more thrust, they are better suited to large airplanes, which are the ones used for long distances (e.g. if you wanted a propeller plane the size of an Airbus A380, you would need a lot more than 4 engines). read more

At lower speeds and altitudes turboprop aircraft have the advantage. At higher speeds and altitudes jet aircraft do. Comparing a 50 -70 seat airliner, over shorter distances turboprops will be more efficient as they have a relatively high cruising speed and burn far less fuel. read more

The turbofan is much more fuel efficient than a pure jet because the large bypass fan works kind of like a propeller does. However, the turbofan is still less efficient than a turboprop, simply because of the larger blade radius. read more