Charter a Bombardier Global Express XRS

The Bombardier Global Express XRS is the enhanced variant of the Global Express ultra-long-range business jet, announced at NBAA 2003 in Orlando and entering service in early 2006. The improvements over the original Global Express were specific and deliberate: a 674 kg wing-root fuel tank increasing range to 6,150 nm (11,389 km), higher cruise speed at Mach 0.89, an improved cabin layout with upgraded lighting, and a refuelling system that reduces ground time by 15 minutes through better computer systems and mechanical refinements. The result is an aircraft capable of connecting London to Los Angeles, London to Singapore and London to Hong Kong on a single fuel load, without compromise on cabin comfort across those 12 to 14 hour sectors.

The Global Express XRS was the predecessor to the Global 6000, and in the charter market it occupies the same ultra-long-range large-cabin category at rates that reflect its earlier production vintage. At 14.7 m long, 2.49 m wide and 1.91 m high, the cabin is among the largest available in any business jet charter - identical in footprint to the Global 6000 that succeeded it. For clients who need genuine non-stop intercontinental reach for 10 to 13 passengers and are comfortable with a pre-2012 aircraft, it represents strong value in the ultra-long-range category. Private Jets UK arranges charters from all UK airports with prices from approximately £5,800 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Global Express XRS?

• Genuine non-stop ultra-long-range capability. At 6,150 nm (11,389 km), this aircraft connects London to Los Angeles (approximately 5,400 nm), London to Singapore (approximately 6,700 nm with favourable routing) and London to Hong Kong (approximately 5,970 nm) without a fuel stop. Few business jets available in the charter market can make the same claim;
• Large-cabin comfort on 12 to 14 hour sectors. The 14.7 m cabin divides into separate dining, lounge and rest zones - essential when a sector is long enough that passengers need to work, dine and sleep in separate spaces without disturbing each other. No super-midsize or large-cabin jet provides this on genuinely ultra-long-range missions;
• 15-minute faster refuelling than the original Global Express. A practical operational detail that matters on missions where a technical stop is planned - reduced ground time means faster overall city-pair connection and less disruption to sleep schedules on overnight sectors;
• Up to 13 passengers. The maximum capacity accommodates 13 passengers; the standard configuration seats 10 optimally. For large groups on ultra-long-range sectors, very few alternatives can carry this many passengers this far in comparable comfort;
• The cabin that became the Global 6000. The Global Express XRS cabin at 14.7 m x 2.49 m x 1.91 m is the same footprint as the Global 6000 that entered service in 2012. Clients familiar with the 6000 will recognise the fundamental cabin dimensions, with the difference being the interior finishing generation and avionics;
• Ultra-long-range at below-Global-6000 charter rates. As a pre-2006 aircraft, the XRS commands rates below the Global 6000 while delivering essentially the same range and cabin volume. For missions where the avionics generation matters less than range, cabin size and per-hour cost, this is a compelling proposition.

Charter cost - Global Express XRS prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £5,800 to £7,200 - below the Global 6000 and Global 7500, reflecting the earlier production vintage, while delivering comparable range and cabin volume. On ultra-long sectors of 10 to 14 hours, the saving per flight versus a Global 6000 can be material.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to Los Angeles - from £68,000 (13 passengers, non-stop, approximately 11 hours);
• London to Dubai - from £36,000 (13 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 45 minutes);
• London to Hong Kong - from £78,000 (13 passengers, non-stop, approximately 12 hours);
• London to New York - from £58,000 (13 passengers, non-stop, approximately 7 hours 20 minutes);
• London to Singapore - from £84,000 (13 passengers, non-stop or one stop, approximately 13 hours);
• London to Geneva - from £11,400 (13 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to Cape Town - from £76,000 (13 passengers, non-stop, approximately 11 hours).

Empty Leg opportunities appear on repositioning routes, particularly transatlantic and Asia-Pacific sectors. See our Empty Legs page for current availability.

Ideal routes for the Global Express XRS

This aircraft earns its position on the small number of city-pair missions where non-stop ultra-long-range capability is genuinely required. It is overspecified for European travel but has no practical equal in its price bracket on the following sectors:

• Transatlantic non-stop (New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Toronto) - 7 to 11 hours. The range handles all North American city pairs non-stop from UK airports, including West Coast destinations (Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver) that most large-cabin jets cannot reach non-stop from London;
• East Asia non-stop (Hong Kong, Tokyo, Beijing, Seoul) - 11 to 13 hours. Sectors of this length are where the multi-zone cabin and full flat beds become essential. A 12-hour Hong Kong sector in a super-midsize jet is not a comparable experience;
• Southeast Asia and Australia (Singapore, Bangkok, Sydney) - 13 to 18 hours. Sydney requires a fuel stop from London regardless of aircraft; Singapore is within range with favourable routing and winds. For Southeast Asia missions, the XRS is one of the most practical charter options from UK airports;
• Sub-Saharan Africa non-stop (Cape Town, Johannesburg, Nairobi, Lagos) - 10 to 12 hours. The range covers Southern and East Africa non-stop from London, eliminating the fuel stops required by shorter-range large-cabin jets in challenging African fuelling environments;
• Gulf and Middle East (Dubai, Riyadh) - 6.5 to 7 hours non-stop. While the Global Express XRS is technically overspecified for Gulf missions, groups of 10 to 13 passengers who want the largest possible cabin on these routes will find the per-seat economics reasonable at full capacity.

Cabin and in-flight experience

The Global Express XRS cabin measures 14.7 m long, 2.49 m wide and 1.91 m high - the same fundamental dimensions as the Global 6000 that followed it. This is one of the largest cabins available in any business jet charter and is configured in multiple zones to allow different activities to occur simultaneously without disruption.

The improved cabin layout introduced with the XRS variant (over the original Global Express) redesigned the zone transitions, lighting architecture and seat placement to create clearer separation between the dining and conference area, main lounge and aft rest zone. The upgraded lighting was specifically redesigned to reduce jet lag on ultra-long overnight sectors - a detail that matters on a 14-hour flight to Asia.

• Multi-zone layout. Forward dining and conference area, central lounge, aft rest zone with full flat-bed seats - three distinct living spaces across 14.7 m of cabin;
• Full flat beds. All seats convert to flat sleeping positions for overnight operations - essential on Hong Kong, Singapore and Los Angeles sectors;
• Improved lighting. The XRS variant upgraded the cabin lighting over the original Global Express, specifically to reduce circadian disruption on long overnight sectors;
• Connectivity. Satellite phone and Wi-Fi available on most charter examples - confirm availability and speed with your consultant at booking;
• Galley. Full galley capable of hot meal service throughout any sector length. Bespoke catering available;
• Lavatory. Private enclosed lavatory with vanity in the aft section;
• Baggage. In-flight accessible pressurised hold - essential on sectors where passengers need access to luggage during a 12-hour flight.

Technical specifications

Global Express XRS vs similar aircraft

• Global Express XRS vs Global 6000. Introduced in 2012, the Global 6000 brought an updated cabin interior, Ka-band Wi-Fi at up to 15 Mbps, improved lighting and seat design, and marginal range and efficiency improvements. The fundamental cabin dimensions are identical. Charter rates for the Global 6000 run approximately 15 to 25% higher. For pure range and cabin volume on ultra-long missions, both aircraft deliver the same practical capability - the Global 6000 is chosen when the latest connectivity and cabin finish matter, the XRS when value on a proven platform is the priority;
• Global Express XRS vs Gulfstream G550. A direct competitor from the same era. The Gulfstream has comparable range (6,750 nm) and entered service in 2003. Cabin widths are similar; the Global Express XRS has a marginally longer cabin. Both are proven ultra-long-range platforms with strong global maintenance networks. Availability at the time of booking often determines the choice for UK clients, as pricing is broadly comparable;
• Global Express XRS vs Challenger 605. The Challenger 605 has 4,000 nm range versus the XRS at 6,150 nm. For missions within 4,000 nm the 605 provides a similar cabin width at approximately 20 to 30% lower hourly rates. For missions requiring Hong Kong, Singapore, West Coast USA or Southern Africa non-stop, only the XRS (or Global 6000) can complete them.

Frequently asked questions - Global Express XRS charter

How much does it cost to charter a Bombardier Global Express XRS?
Rates start from from approximately £5,800 to £7,200 per flight hour. London to Dubai non-stop costs from £36,000 for 13 passengers. London to New York non-stop costs from £58,000. London to Hong Kong non-stop costs from £78,000. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

What is the range of the Global Express XRS?
At 6,150 nm (11,389 km), connecting London to Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Cape Town and Singapore without a fuel stop on most routing conditions. The range increase over the original Global Express was achieved by adding a 674 kg fuel tank at the wing root.

What is the difference between the Global Express XRS and Global 6000?
The 6000 (2012) succeeded it with an updated interior, Ka-band Wi-Fi at up to 15 Mbps and improved seat design. The cabin dimensions are identical. Charter rates for the Global 6000 run approximately 15 to 25% higher. For clients where connectivity and cabin finish are priorities, the Global 6000 is the stronger choice. For ultra-long-range missions where the emphasis is on range and cabin volume at a lower price, the XRS delivers the same practical capability.

What passenger capacity does the Global Express XRS offer?
Up to 13. The optimal configuration for comfort on ultra-long sectors is 10 passengers, allowing the multi-zone cabin to be used with the full separation between dining, lounge and rest areas that makes 12-hour flights genuinely manageable.

Can a Global Express XRS fly non-stop from London to Singapore?
With favourable winds and routing, the 6,150 nm range can cover London to Singapore (approximately 6,700 nm great-circle) on some conditions. In standard conditions, a brief technical fuel stop adds approximately 45 to 60 minutes. Confirm specific routing and fuel planning with your consultant at the time of booking.