Gulfstream G550 vs Gulfstream G650

On published range, the Gulfstream G650 goes 463 km further than the Gulfstream G550 (12,964 km against 12,501 km).

The Gulfstream G550 is certified for 19 passengers, against 18 for the other.

The Gulfstream G650 has the taller cabin (1.96 m against 1.88 m).

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
Comparison tableGulfstream G550Gulfstream G650
General
CategoryUltra-long-range jetUltra-long-range jet
ProductionOut of productionOut of production
Cabin
Passengers (max)19Best value18
Cabin length15.27 mBest value14.27 m
Cabin width2.24 m2.59 mBest value
Cabin height1.88 m1.96 mBest value
Flight
Range12,501 km (6,750 nm)12,964 km (7,000 nm)Best value
Max speed (MMo)Mach 0.885Mach 0.925Best value
Cost
Hourly rate (category)€ 8,600 – 12,000€ 8,600 – 12,000
CompareQuote on this modelQuote 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 rateEUR/USD rate 1.1652 (2026-09-09)

Open in the comparison tool

Frequently asked questions
Gulfstream G550 or Gulfstream G650: which flies further?
The Gulfstream G650, at 12,964 km published range against 12,501 km. The 463 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 Gulfstream G550 is certified for up to 19 passengers, the Gulfstream G650 for up to 18. On charter, real layouts usually trade a seat or two for living space.
Firm quote within 60 minutes

Leave a number: an advisor confirms availability and the exact price. E-mail optional.