G650ER vs G550

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

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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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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SPECIFICATIONS

Side-by-side specifications

METRIC	G650ER	G550
Passengers	13–16	16
Range	7,500 nm	6,750 nm
Cruise speed	Mach 0.925	Mach 0.885
Cabin height	6'5"	6'2"
Cabin width	8'2"	7'4"
Baggage	195 cu ft	226 cu ft
Runway	6,299 ft	5,910 ft

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%)

Gulfstream G550 — strengths

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

CHARTER PRICING

Indicative pricing

GULFSTREAM G650ER

London → New York	from £92,000
New York → Tokyo	from $215,000
Dubai → Sydney	from $245,000

GULFSTREAM G550

London → Los Angeles	from £125,000
Dubai → Sydney	from $185,000

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VERDICT

G650ER or G550?

—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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