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Long-Range Jets

Long-range jets are selected when nonstop intercontinental capability, cabin endurance and mission margin matter more than simply choosing a larger aircraft.

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At a glance

Long-Range Jets in Brief

Passengers

Typically 12–19 passengers depending on aircraft and interior configuration.

Typical mission

Intercontinental travel; roughly 5,500–8,000+ nm across the wider category.

Luggage

Substantial baggage, usually with in-flight access.

Cabin

Stand-up cabin with multiple zones; bedrooms and crew rest on some aircraft.

The answer

What Is a Long-Range Jet?

A long-range jet is the largest purpose-built business-jet category, below VIP airliners. Every flight is operated by a licensed operator; LUND GROUP does not own aircraft and sources live availability for your date.

Designed for intercontinental flying

Heavy flies long. Long-Range is designed around intercontinental flying.

Mission margin

Range in hand for winds, payload and alternates on very long sectors.

Long range vs ultra-long range

Around 5,500–6,600 nm models are long range; 7,500 nm+ flagships are usually called ultra-long range.

Moving up

When Long Range Makes Sense

Non-stop intercontinental

Europe–Asia, Gulf–US or South America–Europe without a stop, when the aircraft and day allow.

Cabin endurance

Lower cabin altitude, quieter cabins and zones that make 10+ hour flights more restful.

Sleeping & crew rest

Beds for passengers and, on some aircraft, a crew rest area for augmented crew.

Time saved

Avoiding a technical stop can save hours on the longest sectors.

Stay small

When a Heavy Jet Is Enough

See our heavy jets guide.

Around 4,000 nm sectors

Europe–Gulf or many transatlantic trips are often within heavy-jet range.

A stop is acceptable

A planned technical stop on a heavy jet can be a sensible trade-off.

Budget first

A heavy jet is usually less expensive on the same route.

Moving up again

When a VIP Airliner Makes More Sense

Larger delegations

More than about 19 passengers points to a VIP airliner.

Bespoke interiors

Full bedrooms, meeting rooms and large-group cabins.

Airport trade-off

VIP airliners need larger airports and more planning.

Practicalities

Passengers, Range, Cabin and Baggage

Non-stop vs technical stop

Non-stop depends on winds, payload, temperature, routing and reserves; a stop may be planned. Confirmed per flight.

Range is not a guarantee

Published range is a maximum under defined conditions; real range is calculated by the operator for each flight.

Cabin endurance

Cabin noise, seats and zones matter more as flights pass eight hours.

Cabin altitude & air

Newer models advertise lower cabin altitude and fresh-air systems; figures vary by model.

Cabin zones

Typically three or four zones on flagships, fewer on smaller long-range models.

Bedrooms

A private bedroom exists on some aircraft and layouts, not all. Confirmed per aircraft.

Sleeping capacity

Berths are fewer than seats; we confirm how many passengers can lie flat.

Crew rest

Some aircraft have a crew rest area, which may be needed for augmented crew on the longest sectors.

Flight attendants

Usually one, sometimes two on long flights.

Galley

Long-haul galleys support multiple meal services.

Lavatories & shower

Often two lavatories; a shower exists on very few charter aircraft. Confirmed per aircraft.

Baggage

Substantial capacity, often accessible in flight.

Connectivity

Depends on the individual aircraft's installation and coverage on the route.

Aircraft age & interior

Older long-range jets vary widely in refurbishment; we share actual aircraft photos and details.

Aircraft

Long-Range Jets: Current, Earlier and Future

Examples available for charter, subject to operator availability. Figures are manufacturer published values with sources.

Current

Gulfstream G800

Gulfstream's longest-range jet; charter availability is still limited.

Model page
  • Range: 8,000 nm (Manufacturer maximum range at Mach 0.85 (8 passengers, 4 crew, NBAA IFR reserves))
  • High-speed range: 7,000 nm (Manufacturer range at Mach 0.90)
  • Max speed: Mach 0.925 (Maximum operating Mach number (Mmo))
  • Max altitude: 51,000 ft (Maximum cruise altitude)
  • Living areas: Up to 4 (Manufacturer maximum; layouts vary)
  • Baggage: 195 ft³ (Baggage compartment volume (5.52 m³))
  • Cabin height: 1.91 m (Finished cabin height (6 ft 3 in))
  • Cabin width: 2.49 m (Finished cabin width (8 ft 2 in))
  • Takeoff distance: 6,000 ft (SL, ISA, MTOW)
  • Engines: 2 × Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 (18,250 lb thrust each)

Current

Bombardier Global 8000

Bombardier's flagship; very limited charter availability so far.

Model page
  • Range: 8,000 nm (Manufacturer maximum range)
  • Max speed: Mach 0.94 (Manufacturer published top speed)
  • High-speed cruise: Mach 0.92 (Manufacturer ultra-high-speed cruise)
  • Living areas: Up to 4 (Four-zone cabin plus crew rest; layouts vary)

Current

Gulfstream G700

Cabin-first: Gulfstream's largest cabin, up to five living areas.

Model page
  • Range: 7,750 nm (Manufacturer maximum range)
  • Max speed: Mach 0.935 (Maximum operating Mach)
  • Living areas: Up to 5 (Manufacturer maximum; layouts vary)
  • Passengers: Up to 19 (Manufacturer maximum seating; layouts vary)
  • Cabin length: 17.35 m (Cabin length excluding baggage (56 ft 11 in))
  • Cabin height: 1.91 m (Finished cabin height (6 ft 3 in))
  • Cabin width: 2.49 m (Finished cabin width (8 ft 2 in))
  • Baggage: 195 ft³ (Baggage compartment volume (5.52 m³))
  • Engines: 2 × Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 (18,250 lb thrust each)

Earlier

Bombardier Global 7500

Established four-zone ultra-long-range jet; active in charter.

Model page
  • Range: 7,700 nm (Manufacturer published range)
  • Max speed: Mach 0.925 (Manufacturer published maximum operating speed)

Earlier

Gulfstream G650ER

Out of production but widely active in charter.

Model page
  • Range: 7,500 nm (Manufacturer published range (8 passengers, NBAA IFR reserves))
  • Passengers: Up to 19 (Manufacturer maximum seating; layouts vary)
  • Max speed: Mach 0.925 (Manufacturer maximum operating speed)

Current

Dassault Falcon 8X

A three-engine long-range Falcon with flexible airport performance.

Model page
  • Range: 6,450 nm (8 passengers, NBAA IFR reserves)
  • Passengers: 12–16 (Manufacturer figure)
  • Cabin height: 1.88 m ()

Current

Dassault Falcon 6X

The cabin-first Falcon: wide, tall cabin and airport flexibility.

Model page
  • Range: 5,500 nm (Manufacturer maximum range)

Current

Bombardier Global 6500

A long-range Global with a three-zone cabin.

Model page
  • Range: 6,600 nm (Manufacturer maximum range)

Current

Gulfstream G600

A long-range Gulfstream with a wide cabin.

Model page
  • Range: 6,600 nm (Manufacturer maximum range)

Current

Bombardier Global 5500

The entry long-range Global.

  • Range: 5,900 nm (Manufacturer maximum range)

Earlier

Legacy Global family (Global Express, XRS, 5000, 6000)

Still in charter; condition varies. Confirmed per aircraft.

Future

Dassault Falcon 10X

Future flagship in flight test (first flight 19 June 2026); not yet in service or charterable. No figures shown until delivered.

Side by side

Long-Range Jet Comparison

AircraftStatusRangeBaggage
Gulfstream G800Current8,000 nm source195 ft³ source
Bombardier Global 8000Current8,000 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Gulfstream G700Current7,750 nm source195 ft³ source
Bombardier Global 7500Earlier7,700 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Gulfstream G650EREarlier7,500 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Dassault Falcon 8XCurrent6,450 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Dassault Falcon 6XCurrent5,500 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Bombardier Global 6500Current6,600 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Gulfstream G600Current6,600 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Bombardier Global 5500Current5,900 nm sourceConfirmed per aircraft
Legacy Global family (Global Express, XRS, 5000, 6000)EarlierConfirmed per aircraftConfirmed per aircraft
Dassault Falcon 10XFutureConfirmed per aircraftConfirmed per aircraft

Published maximums. Actual range depends on passengers, payload, weather, winds, reserves and conditions.

Best midsize jet?

There Is No Single Best Long-Range Jet

The right aircraft depends on passengers, luggage, distance, airport and budget. We compare the long-range jets actually available for your date.

Long range vs heavy

Heavy: About 4,000 nm-class long haul.

Long range: Purpose-built for intercontinental sectors and mission margin.

Long range vs VIP airliner

Long range: Business-jet airports and speed.

VIP airliner: Larger groups and bespoke cabins, with more airport constraints.

Explore VIP airliners

Missions

Long-Range Jets in Europe, the Mediterranean and Beyond

São Paulo → Monaco / Nice

Non-stop is possible on some ultra-long-range aircraft; confirmed per flight.

Shanghai → Monaco

An ultra-long sector; winds and permits shape the plan.

Hong Kong → Monaco

Within reach of flagship aircraft on suitable days; confirmed per flight.

Singapore → Monaco

Long sector into Nice; payload and winds decide.

Gulf → United States

A classic ultra-long-range mission; summer heat reduces performance.

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Hot-weather long range

High temperatures at departure can cut payload or require a stop.

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Transpacific

Asia–US West Coast is often non-stop on flagships; confirmed per flight.

Europe → Asia

Long-range is the usual choice to avoid a stop.

Europe → South America

Non-stop on suitable aircraft and days.

Monaco

Monaco has no runway; jets use Nice with a helicopter or car transfer.

Destination page

Saint-Tropez

La Môle is not suitable for long-range jets; Nice or Toulon are typical.

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Santorini

Island constraints usually rule out long-range jets; Athens is the gateway.

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Travel styles

Corporate, Family, Yacht, Ski and Pets

For regular multi-city travel, see corporate aviation.

Global roadshows

Multi-continent schedules with rest between meetings.

Corporate aviation

Regular intercontinental travel; see corporate aviation.

Family office travel

Families, staff and security across continents.

Yacht travel

Joining the yacht anywhere in the world with season luggage.

Formula 1 & global events

Peak dates book early; parking for large aircraft is limited.

Airport access

Long-range jets need suitable runways, parking and handling.

Crew duty & augmented crew

The longest sectors may need extra pilots and a crew rest area.

International permits

Overflight and landing permits can take time; we plan ahead.

Pricing

What Shapes a Long-Range Jet Quote

Every flight is quoted individually. A long-range jet usually costs more per hour than a heavy jet, but avoiding a technical stop can save hours, fees and crew duty on the longest sectors. One-way flights may include positioning; multi-city trips can include crew overnights. Look for verified empty legs.
  • Flight time
  • Positioning
  • Technical stops and their fees
  • Permits, airport and handling
  • Augmented crew and overnights
  • Season and demand

Ownership

Charter or Own a Long-Range Jet?

Charter suits occasional flying. For regular use, see aircraft acquisition or aircraft for sale.

Aircraft finder

Is a Long-Range Jet Right for Your Trip?

Guidance only; the aircraft is confirmed per flight.

Passengers: 14

Luggage

Flight length

Suggested category

Long-range jet

An intercontinental sector suits long-range aircraft with mission margin.

Long-range jet request

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