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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Gulfstream G150 vs Hawker 800XP
A Gulfstream / IAI vs Hawker Beechcraft showdown in the midsize jet class. The Gulfstream G150 carries 8 passengers with 3,000 nm of range; the Hawker 800XP carries 8 with 2,540 nm. Cabin dimensions land at 5'9" × 5'9" versus 5'9" × 6'0", and runway numbers read 5,000 ft against 5,032 ft. Both sit in the same pricing class: an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour.
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HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Hawker 800XP
The Hawker 800XP remains one of the most-chartered midsize jets in the world. Its eight-seat double-club cabin, robust airframe and proven Honeywell engines make it exceptional value for European business missions and transcontinental US travel.
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Side-by-side specifications
| METRIC | Gulfstream G150 | Hawker 800XP |
|---|---|---|
| Passengers | 8 | 8 |
| Range | 3,000 nm | 2,540 nm |
| Cruise speed | Mach 0.85 | Mach 0.80 |
| Cabin height | 5'9" | 5'9" |
| Cabin width | 5'9" | 6'0" |
| Baggage | 80 cu ft | 50 cu ft |
| Runway | 5,000 ft | 5,032 ft |
Gulfstream G150 — strengths
- —Widest cabin in midsize class
- —Transatlantic-capable on select routes
- —Lower hourly cost than G200
Hawker 800XP — strengths
- —Exceptional charter value
- —Proven airframe — 1,800+ delivered
- —Comfortable stand-up cabin
CHARTER PRICING
Indicative pricing
GULFSTREAM G150
| Miami → Cabo San Lucas | Estimate on request |
| Geneva → Athens | Estimate on request |
HAWKER 800XP
| London → Marrakech | Estimate on request |
| Teterboro → Chicago | Estimate 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 Hawker 800XP still wins on the metrics that matter to specific buyers.
The Gulfstream G150 pulls ahead on range / non-stop reach, airport access and speed & block time; the Hawker 800XP answers with cabin comfort. 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
Hawker 800XP
Taller and/or wider cabin (5'9" × 6'0") — better for long flights and stand-up movement.
Group capacity
Even
Matched specifications.
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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Top reasons to choose — and who each aircraft is best for
A tailored summary for the Gulfstream G150 and Hawker 800XP: the deciding reasons in this matchup, plus the buyer archetypes each aircraft serves best.
GULFSTREAM / IAI
Top reasons to choose the Gulfstream G150
- ★Reaches 3,000 nm non-stop — 18% more range than the Hawker 800XP, opening city pairs that would otherwise need a tech stop.
- ★Cruises at Mach 0.85, trimming block time on every leg vs the Hawker 800XP (Mach 0.80).
- ★80 cu ft of baggage volume — fits ski, golf and extended-stay luggage that crowds the Hawker 800XP.
- ★Widest cabin in midsize class
- ★Transatlantic-capable on select routes
BEST FOR
Longer non-stop reach
When the mission is on the edge of the Hawker 800XP's envelope, the 3,000 nm legs of the Gulfstream G150 keep reserves intact.
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.
HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Top reasons to choose the Hawker 800XP
- ★Bigger cabin envelope (5'9" tall × 6'0" wide) than the Gulfstream G150 — meaningful difference on flights over three hours.
- ★Exceptional charter value
- ★Proven airframe — 1,800+ delivered
- ★Comfortable stand-up cabin
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.
PROS & CONS
Honest assessment
GULFSTREAM / IAI
Gulfstream G150
PROS
- +Widest cabin in midsize class
- +Transatlantic-capable on select routes
- +Lower hourly cost than G200
- +Longer legs than the Hawker 800XP (3,000 nm vs 2,540 nm) — fewer fuel stops on intercontinental missions.
- +Faster cruise (Mach 0.85) trims block time on every leg vs the Hawker 800XP.
- +Larger baggage hold (80 cu ft) — useful for ski, golf or extended luggage vs the Hawker 800XP.
CONS
- −Marginally more expensive per block hour than the Hawker 800XP on typical charter quotes — confirm with a live quote for your route.
HAWKER BEECHCRAFT
Hawker 800XP
PROS
- +Exceptional charter value
- +Proven airframe — 1,800+ delivered
- +Comfortable stand-up cabin
- +Wider cabin (6'0") makes a meaningful difference at the shoulders vs the Gulfstream G150.
CONS
- −Shorter range than the Gulfstream G150 (2,540 nm vs 3,000 nm) — may require a tech stop on long sectors.
- −Slightly slower in cruise than the Gulfstream G150 (Mach 0.80 vs Mach 0.85).
- −Tighter baggage capacity than the Gulfstream G150 (50 cu ft vs 80 cu ft).
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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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).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 03
Coast-to-coast US transcon with full passenger load
OUR PICKGulfstream G150
Curated example: Teterboro → Aspen sits in the Gulfstream G150's sweet spot.
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →SCENARIO 04
Long-weekend group charter to Marrakech with extra baggage
OUR PICKGulfstream G150
Larger cabin seats the full group (8).
SEE FULL AIRCRAFT →ROUTE RECOMMENDATIONS
Best pick per route
| ROUTE | DISTANCE | RECOMMENDED | WHY |
|---|---|---|---|
| London → Moscow | 1,500 nm | Gulfstream G150 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Geneva → Marrakech | 1,250 nm | Gulfstream G150 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Teterboro → Aspen | 1,580 nm | Gulfstream G150 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
| Paris → Cairo | 1,800 nm | Gulfstream G150 | Both reach it, but the longer-legged option keeps more fuel reserves for weather and routing changes. |
Distances are great-circle approximations; actual fuel planning accounts for winds, weather and reserves.
FAQ
Gulfstream G150 vs Hawker 800XP — frequently asked
Gulfstream G150 vs Hawker 800XP: which has the longer range?OPEN
The Gulfstream G150 has a published range of 3,000 nm; the Hawker 800XP is rated at 2,540 nm. The longer-range aircraft opens up more non-stop city pairs without a tech stop.
Which is faster — Gulfstream G150 or Hawker 800XP?OPEN
Cruise speeds are Mach 0.85 for the Gulfstream G150 and Mach 0.80 for the Hawker 800XP. The difference in block time grows with trip length; on a Teterboro → Aspen trip it is usually minutes rather than hours.
How many passengers does each aircraft carry?OPEN
The Gulfstream G150 seats 8; the Hawker 800XP seats 8. Charter prices below assume a typical executive layout — high-density configurations are available on request.
What does the Gulfstream G150 vs the Hawker 800XP cost per hour to charter?OPEN
From our pricing engine's class rates: the Gulfstream G150 at an estimated €2,900–€3,900 per flight hour, and the Hawker 800XP 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 G150 and Hawker 800XP cabin dimensions?OPEN
The Gulfstream G150 cabin is 5'9" high and 5'9" wide; the Hawker 800XP is 5'9" high and 6'0" wide. Baggage: 80 cu ft vs 50 cu ft.
Gulfstream G150 or Hawker 800XP: which should I choose for my trip?OPEN
For trips within the Hawker 800XP's published 2,540 nm, either aircraft can fly non-stop and the choice comes down to cabin (5'9" vs 5'9" cabin height), seats (8 vs 8) and price. Beyond that, the Gulfstream G150 (3,000 nm) flies non-stop where the Hawker 800XP 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 G150 have vs the Hawker 800XP?OPEN
Cabin comfort is the everyday difference passengers feel most. Both the Gulfstream G150 and Hawker 800XP 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 G150 or Hawker 800XP?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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