Bombardier Global 5500 vs Bombardier Global 6500
On published range, the Bombardier Global 6500 goes 1,296 km further than the Bombardier Global 5500 (12,223 km against 10,927 km).
The Bombardier Global 6500 is certified for 17 passengers, against 16 for the other.
Both sit in the "Ultra-long-range jet" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 8,600 – 12,000 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.
| Comparison table |  Bombardier Global 5500 |  Bombardier Global 6500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Ultra-long-range jet | Ultra-long-range jet |
| Production | In production | In production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 16 | 17 — Best value |
| Cabin length | 12.95 m | 13.18 m — Best value |
| Cabin width | 2.49 m | 2.49 m |
| Cabin height | 1.88 m | 1.88 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 10,927 km (5,900 nm) | 12,223 km (6,600 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.9 | Mach 0.9 |
| Cost | ||
| Hourly rate (category) | € 8,600 – 12,000 | € 8,600 – 12,000 |
| 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
Bombardier Global 5500 or Bombardier Global 6500: which flies further?
The Bombardier Global 6500, at 12,223 km published range against 10,927 km. The 1,296 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 (Ultra-long-range jet), whose published broker band is € 8,600 to 12,000 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 Bombardier Global 5500 is certified for up to 16 passengers, the Bombardier Global 6500 for up to 17. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.