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Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) vs Gulfstream G150

Two Gulfstream / IAI midsize jets from the same stable, compared where it counts. The Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) carries 6–7 passengers with 2,900 nm of range; the Gulfstream G150 carries 8 with 3,000 nm. Cabin dimensions land at 5'7" × 4'9" versus 5'9" × 5'9", and runway numbers read 5,250 ft against 5,000 ft. Both sit in the same pricing class: an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour.

Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)

GULFSTREAM / IAI

Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)

The Gulfstream G100 (originally IAI Astra SPX) is a 2,900 nm midsize jet with a cruise speed comparable to larger super-midsize aircraft. Sharp-looking T-tail design and a long charter career.

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Gulfstream G150

GULFSTREAM / IAI

Gulfstream G150

The Gulfstream G150 brought wide-body comfort to the midsize segment — 3,000 nm range, a cabin wider than the Citation XLS and Hawker 900XP, and Gulfstream's renowned finish quality.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Side-by-side specifications

METRICGulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)Gulfstream G150
Passengers6–78
Range2,900 nm3,000 nm
Cruise speedMach 0.82Mach 0.85
Cabin height5'7"5'9"
Cabin width4'9"5'9"
Baggage55 cu ft80 cu ft
Runway5,250 ft5,000 ft

Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — strengths

  • —Mach 0.82 cruise — fastest midsize
  • —Long-range tanks for transcontinental US trips
  • —Lower hourly cost than Hawker 900XP

Gulfstream G150 — strengths

  • —Widest cabin in midsize class
  • —Transatlantic-capable on select routes
  • —Lower hourly cost than G200

CHARTER PRICING

Indicative pricing

GULFSTREAM G100 (ASTRA SPX)
Geneva → MarrakechEstimate on request
Dallas → Los AngelesEstimate on request
GULFSTREAM G150
Miami → Cabo San LucasEstimate on request
Geneva → AthensEstimate on request

One-way estimates from our pricing engine (standard season), estimated, confirmed quote within 1–2 hours.

EXPERT VERDICT

The Gulfstream G150 is the stronger all-rounder, but the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) still wins where it counts for the right mission.

the Gulfstream G150 answers with range / non-stop reach, cabin comfort, group capacity, airport access and speed & block time. Both sit in the midsize jet class, so charter pricing is broadly aligned — let the use case (range, group size, airport pair) drive the final call.

Range / non-stop reach

Gulfstream G150

3,000 nm of range — the better choice for transcontinental and intercontinental missions.

Cabin comfort

Gulfstream G150

Taller and/or wider cabin (5'9" × 5'9") — better for long flights and stand-up movement.

Group capacity

Gulfstream G150

Seats up to 8 — the right pick when the manifest grows.

Airport access

Gulfstream G150

Shorter 5,000 ft balanced-field requirement — opens up restricted alpine, island and city-adjacent airfields.

Speed & block time

Gulfstream G150

Cruise of Mach 0.85 — shaves meaningful minutes off every long leg.

Verdict based on published manufacturer specifications, charter market data and Limitless Sky brokerage experience.

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CHOOSE WITH CONFIDENCE

Top reasons to choose — and who each aircraft is best for

A tailored summary for the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) and Gulfstream G150: the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.

GULFSTREAM / IAI

Top reasons to choose the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)

  • ★Mach 0.82 cruise — fastest midsize
  • ★Long-range tanks for transcontinental US trips
  • ★Lower hourly cost than Hawker 900XP

BEST FOR

  • Stand-up cross-Europe travel

    Flat-floor cabin for 3–4 hour legs with full bar and lavatory.

  • 8-seat board offsites

    Comfortable double-club layout for executive teams.

  • US transcontinental

    Non-stop east-coast to west-coast missions with full payload.

  • Sport & ski groups

    Cabin volume for extended-stay baggage without payload sacrifice.

GULFSTREAM / IAI

Top reasons to choose the Gulfstream G150

  • ★Cruises at Mach 0.85, trimming block time on every leg vs the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) (Mach 0.82).
  • ★Bigger cabin envelope (5'9" tall × 5'9" wide) than the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — meaningful difference on flights over three hours.
  • ★Seats up to 8 passengers vs 7 on the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — better for full-group charters and family travel.
  • ★80 cu ft of baggage volume — fits ski, golf and extended-stay luggage that crowds the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX).
  • ★Widest cabin in midsize class

BEST FOR

  • Larger party charters

    Up to 8 seats vs 7 on the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — the natural pick when the manifest grows last-minute.

  • Stand-up cross-Europe travel

    Flat-floor cabin for 3–4 hour legs with full bar and lavatory.

  • 8-seat board offsites

    Comfortable double-club layout for executive teams.

  • US transcontinental

    Non-stop east-coast to west-coast missions with full payload.

PROS & CONS

Honest assessment

GULFSTREAM / IAI

Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)

PROS

  • +Mach 0.82 cruise — fastest midsize
  • +Long-range tanks for transcontinental US trips
  • +Lower hourly cost than Hawker 900XP

CONS

  • −Maximum 7-seat layout is tight if you regularly travel with more than 7 — the Gulfstream G150 adds 1 seat.
  • −Slightly slower in cruise than the Gulfstream G150 (Mach 0.82 vs Mach 0.85).
  • −Lower ceiling than the Gulfstream G150 (5'7" vs 5'9") — stand-up movement is restricted.
  • −Tighter baggage capacity than the Gulfstream G150 (55 cu ft vs 80 cu ft).

GULFSTREAM / IAI

Gulfstream G150

PROS

  • +Widest cabin in midsize class
  • +Transatlantic-capable on select routes
  • +Lower hourly cost than G200
  • +Carries up to 8 passengers vs 7 on the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — better for larger groups.
  • +Faster cruise (Mach 0.85) trims block time on every leg vs the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX).
  • +Taller cabin (5'9") than the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) — easier to move around on long flights.

CONS

  • −Marginally more expensive per block hour than the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) on typical charter quotes — confirm with a live quote for your route.

REAL-WORLD MISSIONS

Which aircraft for which mission

Four scenarios our charter desk sees regularly — and which of these two we would actually quote.

SCENARIO 01

Eight-person sales roadshow across three European capitals in two days

OUR PICKGulfstream G150

Larger cabin seats the full group (8).

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SCENARIO 02

Family of six on a 1,500 nm leisure trip with stand-up cabin needs

OUR PICKGulfstream G150

Larger cabin seats the full group (8).

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SCENARIO 03

Coast-to-coast US transcon with full passenger load

OUR PICKGulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)

Curated example: Teterboro → Miami sits in the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)'s sweet spot.

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SCENARIO 04

Long-weekend group charter to Marrakech with extra baggage

OUR PICKGulfstream G150

Larger cabin seats the full group (8).

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ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS

Best pick per route

ROUTEDISTANCERECOMMENDEDWHY
London → Moscow1,500 nmEitherBoth aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price.
Geneva → Marrakech1,250 nmEitherBoth aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price.
Teterboro → Aspen1,580 nmEitherBoth aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price.
Paris → Cairo1,800 nmEitherBoth aircraft fly this comfortably non-stop — choose on cabin and price.

Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.

FAQ

Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) vs Gulfstream G150 — frequently asked

Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) vs Gulfstream G150: which has the longer range?OPEN

The Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) has a published range of 2,900 nm; the Gulfstream G150 is rated at 3,000 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.

Which is faster — Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) or Gulfstream G150?OPEN

Cruise speeds are Mach 0.82 for the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) and Mach 0.85 for the Gulfstream G150. The difference in block time grows with trip length; on a Teterboro → Miami trip it is usually minutes rather than hours.

How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN

The Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) seats 6–7; the Gulfstream G150 seats 8. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.

What does the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) vs the Gulfstream G150 cost per hour to charter?OPEN

From our pricing engine's class rates: the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) at an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour, and the Gulfstream G150 at an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour. These are estimates; the confirmed quote within 1–2 hours depends on positioning, season and airport fees.

What are the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) and Gulfstream G150 cabin dimensions?OPEN

The Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) cabin is 5'7" high and 4'9" wide; the Gulfstream G150 is 5'9" high and 5'9" wide. Baggage: 55 cu ft vs 80 cu ft.

Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) or Gulfstream G150: which should I choose for my trip?OPEN

For trips within the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX)'s published 2,900 nm, either aircraft can fly non-stop and the choice comes down to cabin (5'7" vs 5'9" cabin height), seats (6–7 vs 8) and price. Beyond that, the Gulfstream G150 (3,000 nm) flies non-stop where the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) may need a fuel stop. Real-world range drops with passengers, bags, winds and winter reserves, so we confirm it per trip.

Which aircraft is better for transatlantic or long-range missions?OPEN

Both belong to the Midsize Jet category, but range, payload and runway performance differ. See the route-recommendations table on this page for our specific pick per corridor.

How much cabin space does the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) have vs the Gulfstream G150?OPEN

Cabin comfort is the everyday difference passengers feel most. Both the Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) and Gulfstream G150 sit in the Midsize Jet class, so cabin height, width and layout differ subtly — on flights over 3 hours those details matter more than raw range. Ask us for a side-by-side floorplan.

Which aircraft is safer — Gulfstream G100 (Astra SPX) or Gulfstream G150?OPEN

Both aircraft in this comparison are operated under ARG/US, Wyvern or IS-BAO safety programmes when chartered through Limitless Sky. Safety is driven by operator, crew currency and maintenance regime — not the airframe. We only book operators meeting our verified due-diligence checklist.

What's the total mission cost — not just the hourly rate?OPEN

The hourly class rate is only one input. Total mission cost includes positioning legs, overnight fees, landing/handling, catering, de-icing and FET where applicable. Our confirmed quote itemises every line so there are no surprises.

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