Boeing BBJ 747-8 vs Boeing BBJ2 (737-800)
On published range, the Boeing BBJ 747-8 goes 6,186 km further than the Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) (16,372 km against 10,186 km).
The Boeing BBJ 747-8 is certified for 100 passengers, against 30 for the other.
The Boeing BBJ 747-8 has the taller cabin (2.55 m against 2.16 m).
Both sit in the "VIP airliner" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 13,750 – 19,750 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Boeing BBJ 747-8 |  Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | VIP airliner | VIP airliner |
| Production | Out of production | Out of production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 100 — Best value | 30 |
| Cabin width | 6.1 m — Best value | 3.53 m |
| Cabin height | 2.55 m — Best value | 2.16 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 16,372 km (8,840 nm) — Best value | 10,186 km (5,500 nm) |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.86 — Best value | Mach 0.82 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 13,750 – 19,750 | € 13,750 – 19,750 |
| Compare | Quote on this model | Quote on this model |
Computed on the maximum published range: the real leg depends on payload, wind and reserves. Prices are indicative, at the category hourly rate.
Sources: Manufacturer published specifications (2026-05) · Paramount Business Jets — published charter rates (2026-08-07) · European Central Bank daily reference rate — EUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)