Charter a Bombardier Global 8000

The Bombardier Global 8000 is the longest-range and fastest business jet in production - a claim Bombardier makes without qualification and the specifications support. With a range of 7,900 nm (14,631 km) and a cruise speed of 957 km/h (Mach 0.90), it connects London to Sydney non-stop, London to Los Angeles in under 9 hours, and London to Singapore without a fuel stop in standard conditions. No other business jet currently in charter service matches both the range and the speed simultaneously. The Global 8000 entered service as Bombardier's flagship, replacing the Global 7500 at the top of the product line with greater range and a further refined interior.

The cabin at 15.42 m long, 2.49 m wide and 1.91 m high is divided into three fully independent luxury suites, each configurable with an unprecedented range of furnishing options. The optional En Suite configuration includes the only true stand-up shower available in any business jet. A permanently equipped crew lounge accessible throughout the flight allows cabin crew to rest and prepare without entering the passenger zones. At 957 km/h cruise, the Global 8000 reaches destinations faster than any competitor at equivalent range - London to New York in under 7 hours, London to Dubai in under 6 hours. Charter prices start from approximately £7,800 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Global 8000?

• The longest range of any business jet ever built. At 7,900 nm (14,631 km) the range exceeds every other business jet in production. London to Sydney non-stop. London to Los Angeles and back without refuelling. London to Singapore in standard conditions. These are not approximations - they are the published performance numbers that no competitor matches;
• The fastest business jet at this range. 957 km/h cruise speed (Mach 0.90) means it arrives faster than any other ultra-long-range jet on the same sector. On a 10-hour flight to Asia, an additional 40 to 60 minutes of speed saving over a slower competitor is a meaningful operational benefit;
• Three independent luxury suites. The cabin is configured as three separate living spaces rather than a single long interior, each with virtually limitless furnishing options. Passengers in one suite are completely unaware of activities in another - the privacy and noise separation are architectural rather than merely acoustic;
• The only stand-up shower in business aviation. In the optional En Suite configuration, the aft suite includes a true stand-up shower - the only one available in any business jet in production. On a 17-hour London to Sydney sector, this is not a luxury detail but a practical operational feature;
• World's fastest airline-category internet. The connectivity system provides video conferencing, high-bandwidth downloads and HD content streaming throughout the flight - described by Bombardier as the fastest cabin internet of any business jet in production;
• Permanent crew lounge. A dedicated, permanently accessible crew rest space ensures cabin crew are available and rested throughout ultra-long sectors without entering the passenger suites. On a 16-hour mission, crew condition directly affects service quality.

Charter cost - Global 8000 prices from UK airports

As the flagship and most capable business jet in production, it commands charter rates from approximately £7,800 to £10,000 per flight hour - reflecting its unique range, speed and cabin specification. On ultra-long-haul sectors where it eliminates fuel stops required by every competitor, the total cost advantage over a slower aircraft needing an additional stop is significant in both time and operational complexity.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to New York - from £70,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 45 minutes);
• London to Dubai - from £48,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 5 hours 50 minutes);
• London to Los Angeles - from £88,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 9 hours);
• London to Singapore - from £96,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 12 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Sydney - from £128,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 17 hours);
• London to Geneva - from £13,800 (8 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to Tokyo - from £92,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 11 hours 30 minutes).

Empty Leg opportunities on the Global 8000 are rare given the bespoke nature of ultra-long-range missions, but do appear on transatlantic repositioning. See our Empty Legs page for current availability.

Ideal routes for the Global 8000

It is selected when one or more of these conditions apply: the destination is genuinely beyond the reach of any other business jet non-stop, the schedule requires the fastest possible crossing, or the client requires the most refined cabin environment available for an ultra-long sector. It is the only answer to certain specific missions:

• London to Sydney non-stop - approximately 17 hours. No other business jet in production can complete this sector non-stop. The 7,900 nm range exceeds the approximately 9,200 nm great-circle distance only when routing and atmospheric conditions are favourable - confirm with your consultant at booking. This remains the most extreme capability the aircraft offers;
• London to Los Angeles and return non-stop in 24 hours. A sector most business jets complete with a fuel stop in each direction. The Global 8000 does it non-stop both ways, saving 1.5 to 2 hours of total elapsed time on a round trip;
• London to Singapore non-stop - approximately 12.5 hours. Consistently within range in most conditions, with the speed advantage delivering faster arrival than any other non-stop option;
• London to Tokyo non-stop - approximately 11.5 hours. Most business jets require a fuel stop. At 7,900 nm the Global 8000 covers the sector non-stop with margin;
• Any ultra-long-range mission where En Suite configuration is required. If the client requires a stand-up shower, there is no alternative in any business jet in production - this aircraft is the singular option;
• The fastest available crossing on any route. At 957 km/h cruise, it is the fastest business jet at all sector lengths. On New York-London it saves 30 to 45 minutes versus a Global 6000; on Tokyo-London it saves 60 to 90 minutes.

Cabin and in-flight experience

The Global 8000 cabin at 15.42 m long, 2.49 m wide and 1.91 m high is the longest business jet cabin currently in charter service. It is designed as three separate luxury suites rather than as a continuous open-plan interior - each suite has its own character, furnishing configuration and privacy from the others.

The forward suite functions as a conference and lounge space. The central suite offers the highest flexibility of furnishing options - it can be configured as a dining room, meeting room or entertainment space depending on the mission. The aft suite in the En Suite version includes the stand-up shower, making it a private bedroom and bathroom combination that allows passengers to arrive at a 17-hour destination feeling genuinely rested rather than merely seated for a long time.

• Extra-large windows. Larger than any previous Global family variant, delivering more natural light per linear metre of cabin than any competitor;
• Internet. World's fastest business jet cabin internet - supports simultaneous video conferencing, HD streaming and high-bandwidth downloads for all passengers;
• Stand-up shower (En Suite). The only true stand-up shower in any production business jet. Essential on 15+ hour sectors where arrival presentation matters;
• Crew lounge. Permanently accessible, separately equipped crew rest space - crew never need to enter passenger suites to rest or prepare;
• Galley. Full galley with private wine cellar and complete hot meal service for all sector lengths and passenger counts;
• Lavatory. Private enclosed lavatory in the aft section, upgraded from previous Global variants.

Technical specifications

Global 8000 vs similar aircraft

• Global 8000 vs Global 7500. The 7500 was the previous Bombardier flagship with 7,700 nm range. The 8000 adds 200 nm more range, a longer cabin (15.42 m vs 15.24 m), higher cruise speed (Mach 0.90 vs Mach 0.925 - note: sources vary on G7500 speed) and the En Suite shower option. Charter rates for the Global 8000 run approximately 10 to 15% higher. For most ultra-long-range missions both deliver equivalent practical capability - the Sydney non-stop non-stop sector and when the stand-up shower is a requirement;
• Global 8000 vs Global 6000. The 6000 has 6,000 nm range versus 7,900 nm and a three-zone cabin without the independent suite configuration. Charter rates for the Global 6000 run approximately 25 to 40% lower. For missions within 6,000 nm - which covers North America, the Gulf and East Asia - the Global 6000 delivers comparable multi-zone comfort at significantly lower cost. The Global 8000 becomes the necessary choice only for destinations beyond 6,000 nm and when the suite configuration or shower is required;
• Global 8000 vs Gulfstream G700. The closest direct competitor in the ultra-long-range flagship category from a different manufacturer. The G700 has comparable range and a similar suite-based cabin philosophy. Charter rates are broadly comparable. The choice between the two often comes down to operator relationship, availability at the time of booking and individual cabin preference - both are exceptional aircraft at the absolute top of the business jet category.

Frequently asked questions - Global 8000 charter

How much does it cost to charter a Bombardier Global 8000?
Charter rates run from approximately £7,800 to £10,000 per flight hour. London to New York non-stop costs from £70,000 for 8 passengers. London to Singapore non-stop costs from £96,000. London to Sydney non-stop costs from £128,000. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

What is the range of the Bombardier Global 8000?
At 7,900 nm (14,631 km) - the longest of any business jet in production. Missions covered non-stop include London to Sydney (in favourable conditions), London to Los Angeles, London to Singapore and London to Tokyo. No other production business jet matches this range figure.

What is the difference between the Global 8000 and Global 7500?
The flagship model adds 200 nm more range than the Global 7500 (7,900 nm vs 7,700 nm), a slightly longer cabin (15.42 m vs 15.24 m) and the optional En Suite stand-up shower. Charter rates for the Global 8000 run approximately 10 to 15% higher. For most missions both aircraft deliver equivalent practical capability.

Is there a shower on the Global 8000?
Yes - in the En Suite configuration - the only true stand-up shower available in any production business jet. The En Suite version configures the aft suite as a private bedroom and bathroom combination - relevant on sectors of 15 hours or more where arrival presentation and personal hygiene matter.

Can a Global 8000 fly non-stop from London to Sydney?
At 7,900 nm is within theoretical reach of the London to Sydney sector in favourable atmospheric conditions. Confirm specific routing, wind conditions and fuel planning with your consultant at the time of booking. This remains the most extreme range capability of any business jet in production and is not guaranteed on every departure day.