Charter an Embraer Lineage 1000

The Embraer Lineage 1000 occupies a category of its own in the private aviation market: a full-size commercial airliner fuselage converted into a five-zone VIP interior, with a double-bed suite, a private shower and washroom, a second forward lavatory, a conference room, a lounge and the largest in-flight accessible baggage hold of any business jet in production. Built on the Embraer 190 regional airliner platform and powered by two General Electric CF34 engines, it carries up to 19 passengers across 4,200 nm (7,778 km) at 820 km/h - connecting London to New York, London to Dubai and London to most Sub-Saharan African destinations non-stop. The cabin at 25.70 m long, 2.68 m wide and 1.97 m high was designed by Priestmangoode, the London-based studio responsible for some of the most acclaimed commercial aviation interiors in the world.

For clients who need to move a large group - 15 to 19 passengers - on intercontinental missions in a single aircraft with genuinely separate living environments, the Lineage 1000 is one of very few options that provides this. The five cabin zones allow a delegation, a family or a corporate group to occupy separate functional spaces simultaneously: one zone for private rest, one for formal meetings, one for dining, one for entertainment and one as a general lounge. No other aircraft at this charter price point offers a double bed, a private shower and a full conference room in the same cabin. Charter prices start from approximately £10,300 per flight hour. See the full fleet at our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Lineage 1000?

• Five independent cabin zones - the most of any charter aircraft. The 25.70 m cabin is divided into five distinct zones: a private master suite with a double bed, a second lounge, a formal conference room, a main entertainment lounge and a forward dining area. Each zone operates independently. A passenger sleeping in the master suite is completely separated from a board meeting in the conference room. No other aircraft available for charter provides five independent living spaces;
• Private shower and double bed in the air. The master suite includes a double bed and a private shower and washroom - a combination available in only a handful of aircraft in the world at any price point. On a 7 to 8 hour transatlantic or Sub-Saharan African sector, the ability to shower and sleep in a proper bed rather than a reclined seat is not a luxury detail but a practical operational requirement for high-level delegations arriving directly into engagements;
• The largest in-flight accessible baggage hold of any business jet. The baggage compartment in the tail section exceeds that of any competing business jet and is fully accessible during the flight. For large groups on extended missions - government delegations, touring parties, family groups - the baggage capacity eliminates the compromises required when flying most alternatives;
• Priestmangoode interior design. The cabin was designed by Priestmangoode, the London-based studio responsible for multiple award-winning commercial aviation interiors. The five-zone layout was conceived as a coherent living environment rather than a collection of seats - each zone has its own character, material palette and purpose;
• Up to 19 passengers. Maximum capacity of 19 makes it one of the highest-capacity single-aircraft options for intercontinental charter. Government delegations, large family groups and corporate teams requiring 15 to 19 seats on a single aircraft with premium cabin standards have very few alternatives at any price;
• 4,200 nm range covering transatlantic and Gulf non-stop. Sufficient for London to New York, London to Dubai and most of Sub-Saharan Africa non-stop. Wi-Fi, LCD monitors and full entertainment systems are fitted throughout all five zones.

Charter cost - Lineage 1000 prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £10,300 to £13,000 - in the business liner category above conventional business jets, reflecting the aircraft's exceptional capacity, five-zone cabin and unique amenities. On a per-seat basis for groups of 15 to 19, the Lineage 1000 frequently represents better value than booking multiple smaller jets for the same mission. For a 19-passenger group to New York, the per-seat cost on the Lineage 1000 is often lower than 19 individual seats on a Challenger 605 or Global 6000.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to New York - from £90,000 (19 passengers, non-stop, approximately 7 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Dubai - from £70,000 (19 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 45 minutes);
• London to Nairobi - from £84,000 (19 passengers, non-stop, approximately 8 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Geneva - from £18,000 (19 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to Lagos - from £72,000 (19 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 20 minutes);
• London to Cape Town - from £98,000 (19 passengers, one fuel stop, approximately 12 hours total);
• London to Riyadh - from £66,000 (19 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours).

Empty Leg opportunities on the Lineage 1000 are rare given the bespoke nature of missions. See our Empty Legs page for current availability.

Ideal routes for the Lineage 1000

It is selected when three conditions converge: the group is large (15 to 19 passengers), the mission is intercontinental, and the cabin environment needs to support multiple simultaneous activities across the flight. On these specific missions it has no practical equivalent:

• Government and official delegations (10 to 19 passengers) on intercontinental sectors. The five-zone cabin allows a delegation to operate formally - meetings in the conference room, private briefings in the lounge, rest in the suite - without the compression and lack of privacy that characterises a 19-seat conventional business jet arrangement. The Lineage 1000 was specifically designed with this use case in mind;
• London to New York non-stop with 15 to 19 passengers. On this sector, the per-seat cost is frequently comparable to, or below, 19 individual seats on a Challenger 605, Global 6000 or similar large-cabin jet. The five-zone cabin and private suite add substantial comfort advantages at the same or lower total cost per person;
• UK to Sub-Saharan Africa non-stop (Nairobi, Lagos, Accra) - 7 to 9 hours. The range covers these destinations non-stop with the largest in-flight accessible baggage hold available. For large government and corporate missions to African capitals, eliminating fuel stops in challenging operational environments is a significant practical advantage;
• Extended group leisure travel. Large family charters, wedding parties and group holiday travel where the Lineage 1000's shower, double bed, entertainment zones and dining capacity create a genuine flying villa experience rather than a conventional aircraft configuration;
• UK to Gulf and Saudi Arabia (6 to 7 hours non-stop). Dubai, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi, Jeddah. All within non-stop range. For Gulf state delegations and large corporate groups making these crossings, the capacity and cabin standards are well matched to the protocol requirements of the mission.

Cabin and in-flight experience

This aircraft cabin measures 25.70 m long, 2.68 m wide and 1.97 m high - designed by Priestmangoode as five distinct living environments within a single continuous fuselage. The width of 2.68 m is wider than any conventional business jet and the 1.97 m headroom allows all passengers to stand fully upright throughout.

The master suite in the aft section has a double bed, a private shower and a private washroom - the shower being one of the defining features of the entire aircraft class. The forward section contains the second lavatory. Between these private zones, the three central areas provide formal conference seating, an entertainment lounge with LCD monitors and a dining and general lounge area. Wi-Fi is fitted throughout all five zones. The largest in-flight accessible baggage hold of any business jet is positioned in the tail section.

• Zone 1 (forward). Dining and main lounge area with seating for the full group;
• Zone 2. Entertainment lounge with LCD monitors and surround system;
• Zone 3. Formal conference room - meeting table, presentation capability;
• Zone 4. Private lounge - secondary relaxation and working space;
• Zone 5 (aft master suite). Double bed, private shower and private washroom;
• Forward lavatory. Second bathroom forward - dual lavatory for 19 passengers;
• Baggage. Largest in-flight accessible hold of any business jet, in the tail section;
• Connectivity. Wi-Fi and LCD monitors throughout all five zones;
• Galley. Full catering galley supporting hot meal service for up to 19 passengers.

Technical specifications

Lineage 1000 vs similar aircraft

• Lineage 1000 vs Global 8000. The 8000 has greater range (7,900 nm vs 4,200 nm) and three luxury suites versus five zones. For missions requiring London to Sydney or genuine ultra-long range, the Global 8000 is necessary. For missions within 4,200 nm with 15 to 19 passengers, the Lineage 1000 moves more people with more living space, a double bed, a shower and a larger baggage hold - capabilities the Global 8000 cannot match for a large group;
• Lineage 1000 vs Boeing Business Jet (BBJ). The BBJ and Airbus Corporate Jet are the closest category equivalents - wide-body commercial airliner platforms converted to VIP configuration. A BBJ typically has greater range and a wider fuselage. Charter rates for a BBJ run substantially higher. The Lineage 1000 is the most accessible aircraft in the business liner category, providing the five-zone airliner cabin experience at a lower price than wide-body equivalents;
• Lineage 1000 vs Challenger 850. The 850 is a converted CRJ200 with 14 passengers and 3,000 nm range. For groups of up to 14 on shorter missions, the 850 is a more cost-efficient choice. For groups of 15 to 19 on intercontinental sectors who need a shower, a double bed and five zones, the Lineage 1000 is the only viable single-aircraft option.

Frequently asked questions - Lineage 1000 charter

How much does it cost to charter an Embraer Lineage 1000?
Charter rates run from approximately £10,300 to £13,000 per flight hour. London to New York costs from £90,000 for 19 passengers. London to Dubai costs from £70,000. London to Geneva costs from £18,000. Per seat for a full group of 19, the Lineage 1000 frequently costs less than 19 individual seats on a conventional large-cabin jet to the same destination.

Is there a shower on the Lineage 1000?
Yes - the aft master suite includes a private shower and washroom - one of the defining features of the aircraft and one that is available in very few business jets at any charter rate. It is paired with a double bed in the master suite zone, making the aft section a genuinely private overnight accommodation.

How many cabin zones does it have?
Five independent zones: a forward dining and lounge area, an entertainment lounge, a formal conference room, a secondary private lounge and an aft master suite with a double bed, shower and washroom. Each zone operates independently for entertainment, lighting and climate control.

What is the range of the Lineage 1000?
At 4,200 nm (7,778 km), covering London to New York, London to Dubai, London to Nairobi and London to Lagos non-stop. Cape Town requires one fuel stop from London. Tokyo and Singapore require a stop regardless of aircraft type.

Who designed the Lineage 1000 interior?
Priestmangoode, the London-based design studio responsible for multiple award-winning commercial aviation interiors. The five-zone cabin was conceived as a coherent set of living environments rather than a conventional aircraft layout, with each zone having its own material palette and spatial character.