Bombardier Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G550

On published range, the Bombardier Global 8000 goes 2,315 km further than the Gulfstream G550 (14,816 km against 12,501 km).

They carry the same maximum number of passengers (19).

Both sit in the "Ultra-long-range jet" category, so the published hourly band is the same: € 8,950 – 12,500 per hour. Published rate for the category, not for the model.

Comparison table
Comparison tableBombardier Global 8000Gulfstream G550
General
CategoryUltra-long-range jetUltra-long-range jet
ProductionIn productionOut of production
Cabin
Passengers (max)1919
Cabin length16.59 m — Best value15.27 m
Cabin width2.44 m — Best value2.24 m
Cabin height1.88 m1.88 m
Flight
Range14,816 km (8,000 nm) — Best value12,501 km (6,750 nm)
Max speed (MMo)Mach 0.95 — Best valueMach 0.885
Cost
Hourly rate (category)€ 8,950 – 12,500€ 8,950 – 12,500
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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 1.1188 (2026-10-26)

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Frequently asked questions
Bombardier Global 8000 or Gulfstream G550: which flies further?
The Bombardier Global 8000, at 14,816 km published range against 12,501 km. The 2,315 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 € 8,950 to 12,500 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 8000 is certified for up to 19 passengers, the Gulfstream G550 for up to 19. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.

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