Bombardier Global 6500 vs Bombardier Global 8000
On published range, the Bombardier Global 8000 goes 2,593 km further than the Bombardier Global 6500 (14,816 km against 12,223 km).
The Bombardier Global 8000 is certified for 19 passengers, against 17 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 6500 |  Bombardier Global 8000 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Category | Ultra-long-range jet | Ultra-long-range jet |
| Production | In production | In production |
| Cabin | ||
| Passengers (max) | 17 | 19 — Best value |
| Cabin length | 13.18 m | 16.59 m — Best value |
| Cabin width | 2.49 m — Best value | 2.44 m |
| Cabin height | 1.88 m | 1.88 m |
| Flight | ||
| Range | 12,223 km (6,600 nm) | 14,816 km (8,000 nm) — Best value |
| Max speed (MMo) | Mach 0.9 | Mach 0.95 — Best value |
| 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 6500 or Bombardier Global 8000: which flies further?
The Bombardier Global 8000, at 14,816 km published range against 12,223 km. The 2,593 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 6500 is certified for up to 17 passengers, the Bombardier Global 8000 for up to 19. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.