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G550 vs G650ER

A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the ultra long range class.

Gulfstream G550

GULFSTREAM

Gulfstream G550

The Gulfstream G550 set the standard for ultra-long-range business aviation. With 6,750 nm of range it connects London to Tokyo, New York to Dubai, or Hong Kong to Los Angeles nonstop — all in a three-zone cabin renowned for the lowest cabin altitude and noise levels in segment.

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Gulfstream G650ER

GULFSTREAM

Gulfstream G650ER

The Gulfstream G650ER is one of the world's most prestigious ultra-long-range private jets, offering exceptional speed, range and luxury for international charter clients. Ideal for nonstop flights between Europe, the Middle East, Asia and North America, the G650 combines cutting-edge aviation technology with an ultra-premium onboard experience. With a top cruise of Mach 0.925 and 7,500 nm range, it is the aircraft of choice for heads of state, Fortune 500 executives and global private clients.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Side-by-side specifications

METRICG550G650ER
Passengers1613–16
Range6,750 nm7,500 nm
Cruise speedMach 0.885Mach 0.925
Cabin height6'2"6'5"
Cabin width7'4"8'2"
Baggage226 cu ft195 cu ft
Runway5,910 ft6,299 ft

Gulfstream G550 — strengths

  • 6,750 nm range — true global reach
  • Three living zones plus crew rest
  • Industry-leading dispatch reliability

Gulfstream G650ER — strengths

  • Mach 0.925 — fastest civilian jet in production
  • 7,500 nm range — London to Buenos Aires nonstop
  • Highest cruise altitude in segment (FL510) — above all weather
  • Industry-leading dispatch reliability (99.9%)

CHARTER PRICING

Indicative pricing

GULFSTREAM G550
London → Los Angelesfrom £125,000
Dubai → Sydneyfrom $185,000
GULFSTREAM G650ER
London → New Yorkfrom £92,000
New York → Tokyofrom $215,000
Dubai → Sydneyfrom $245,000

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VERDICT

G550 or G650ER?

  • The G650ER offers the longer range — better suited to non-stop intercontinental missions.
  • Both aircraft sit in the ultra long range class — choose based on your typical mission length, party size and preferred cabin layout.

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