Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) vs Boeing BBJ3 (737-900ER)
On published range, the Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) goes 926 km further than the Boeing BBJ3 (737-900ER) (10,186 km against 9,260 km).
The Boeing BBJ3 (737-900ER) is certified for 35 passengers, against 30 for the other.
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 BBJ2 (737-800) |  Boeing BBJ3 (737-900ER) |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | VIP airliner | VIP airliner |
| Production | Out of production | Out of production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 30 | 35 — Best value |
| Cabin width | 3.53 m | 3.53 m |
| Cabin height | 2.16 m | 2.16 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 10,186 km (5,500 nm) — Best value | 9,260 km (5,000 nm) |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.82 | 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)
Frequently asked questions
Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) or Boeing BBJ3 (737-900ER): which flies further?
The Boeing BBJ2 (737-800), at 10,186 km published range against 9,260 km. The 926 km gap matters on long legs: at real payload, with wind and reserves, both cover less than the published figure.
What does an hour cost?
Both sit in the same category (VIP airliner), whose published broker band is € 13,750 to 19,750 per hour all-in. That is a category rate, not a model rate: the firm price depends on the specific aircraft, the season and repositioning. A quote returns an all-in price within 60 minutes.
How many passengers?
The Boeing BBJ2 (737-800) is certified for up to 30 passengers, the Boeing BBJ3 (737-900ER) for up to 35. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.