Which Gulfstream Would You Choose? The Complete G280-to-G800 Family Guide
Eight Gulfstreams, one decision: from the 3,600 nm G280 to the 8,200 nm G800 flagship. Range, cabin zones, typical missions and charter economics for every model in the modern family — with all seven real aircraft in one 32-second reel.
No family in business aviation covers as much of the mission map as Gulfstream's current line. This 32-second reel puts all seven production models side by side — then the guide below tells you which one actually fits your flying.
The Family, By Mission
- G280 — The super-midsize entry: 3,600 nm, transcontinental US or intra-Asia, the efficient choice when the party is six or fewer.
- G400 — The newest member: large-cabin comfort at 4,200 nm for a step-up price that undercuts the long-rangers.
- G450 — The legacy value play: proven, plentiful on the charter market, 4,350 nm.
- G500 — 5,300 nm with the modern Symmetry flight deck — the contemporary mid-family sweet spot.
- G550 — The icon. 6,750 nm, three zones, the deepest ultra-long-range charter fleet in the world.
- G650ER — 7,500 nm at Mach 0.90 cruise; for a decade the aircraft to beat.
- G700 — The flagship cabin: five living areas, 7,750 nm. See it on Singapore-Tokyo.
- G800 — 8,200 nm. The longest-legged Gulfstream ever built — see our longest-range ranking.
How to Actually Choose
Under 4 hours, party of 6: the G280 does it at half the hourly rate of its big siblings. Transatlantic: G500 and up; the G550's pre-owned depth makes it the value pick. Trans-Pacific or 14+ hours: G650ER, G700 or G800 — and if you live aboard for those hours, the G700's five zones are the difference between arriving and arriving rested.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Gulfstream has the longest range?+
The G800, at roughly 8,200 nautical miles — enough for Singapore-New York or Sydney-Los Angeles non-stop. The G700 follows at 7,750 nm and the G650ER at 7,500 nm.
What is the most popular Gulfstream for charter?+
The G550 remains the charter workhorse: ultra-long-range capability at heavy-jet pricing, with a deep pre-owned fleet keeping availability high. The G650ER leads at the top end.
What does a Gulfstream charter cost?+
Indicatively: G280 from about US$6,500/hour; G450/G550 US$8,500-11,000/hour; G650ER/G700 US$12,000-18,000/hour. A Singapore-Tokyo one-way on a G700 runs roughly US$90,000-125,000.
G700 vs G800 — which should I choose?+
The G700 trades 450 nm of range for a longer five-zone cabin — better for parties living aboard. The G800 is the range king for true 16-hour city pairs. For most missions under 7,000 nm the G700's extra cabin wins.
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