Charter a Gulfstream G650

The Gulfstream G650 is the flagship ultra-long-range business jet of the Gulfstream family and one of the most capable aircraft in the charter market. Its 16.34 m cabin is the longest in its class, the 2.59 m fuselage width is the widest available in business aviation, and the 1.95 m stand-up height accommodates even a very tall person throughout the full cabin length. Sixteen portholes measuring 72 x 50 cm - the largest in the class - fill the interior with natural light across all cabin zones. Range is 7,000 nm (12,964 km) and cruise speed is 982 km/h, making the G650 one of the fastest long-range business jets in service. For context: at 982 km/h it reaches New York approximately 60 minutes faster than the G550, and its extra range extends non-stop access to destinations the G550 cannot always reach.

The cabin pressure and microclimate system maintains an optimised pressure environment that reduces fatigue - consistent with Gulfstream's approach across the G550 and G650 family, with low cabin altitude and attentive noise isolation contributing to both productive work and rest on ultra-long sectors. Charter prices start from approximately £7,400 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the G650?

• Widest cabin in its class at 2.59 m. This fuselage width gives the largest passenger cabin of any purpose-built business jet in the ultra-long-range category. In practical terms this means wider seats, more lateral space between opposing chairs, a genuinely spacious galley, larger lavatories and generous luggage volume - the difference is noticeable from the moment of boarding;
• 16.34 m cabin - longest in class. At 16.34 m the G650 interior is 2.95 m longer than the G550's 13.39 m cabin. The additional length creates space for a more generous zone layout, more seat positions and more movement throughout the cabin on a 14-hour sector;
• 1.95 m stand-up height throughout. The cabin height of 1.95 m exceeds the G550's 1.88 m and the G450's 1.88 m. A tall passenger can walk the full 16.34 m without stooping. On an ultra-long sector this matters for comfort and circulation;
• Sixteen portholes at 72 x 50 cm. The largest windows in the ultra-long-range class - 16 of them across the full cabin length - deliver exceptional natural light throughout all zones. At 72 x 50 cm each, they are meaningfully larger than the portholes on competing aircraft and visually enlarge the already generous interior;
• 982 km/h cruise - fastest in the ultra-long-range charter market. At 982 km/h the G650 is faster than the G550 (941 km/h), the Global 7000 (956 km/h) and virtually all competing ultra-long-range jets. On a London to Tokyo sector, the speed advantage over the G550 is approximately 60 to 70 minutes;
• 7,000 nm range - Tokyo, Sydney and beyond. The G650's range extends non-stop access to destinations beyond the G550's practical reach. London to Tokyo (approximately 5,950 nm) is comfortably within range. Sydney (approximately 9,200 nm) requires one fuel stop but becomes a far shorter one than on most alternatives.

Charter cost - G650 prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £7,400 to £9,000 - above the G550, reflecting the wider and longer cabin, higher cruise speed and extended range. For groups of 12 to 18 on ultra-long sectors where the G650's cabin dimensions create a materially better experience than any alternative, the premium is typically justified.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to New York - from £66,000 (12 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 45 minutes);
• London to Los Angeles - from £82,000 (12 passengers, non-stop, approximately 10 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Dubai - from £44,000 (12 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 20 minutes);
• London to Singapore - from £88,000 (12 passengers, non-stop, approximately 12 hours 30 minutes);
• London to Tokyo - from £94,000 (12 passengers, non-stop, approximately 12 hours);
• London to Geneva - from £13,800 (12 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to Hong Kong - from £90,000 (12 passengers, non-stop, approximately 11 hours 30 minutes).

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

Ideal routes for the G650

It is chosen when the mission requires the widest and longest ultra-long-range cabin available, the highest cruise speed in the class or non-stop access to destinations at the outer edge of G550 range:

• London to Tokyo non-stop - approximately 12 hours. At approximately 5,950 nm, Tokyo is comfortably within the G650's 7,000 nm range from UK airports - and the 982 km/h cruise speed delivers it approximately 60 to 70 minutes faster than the G550. The 16.34 m cabin and 2.59 m width make a 12-hour sector meaningfully more comfortable than any narrower or shorter competitor;
• London to Singapore non-stop - approximately 12.5 hours. Singapore at approximately 6,700 nm sits well within the G650's range from London. Where the G550 reaches Singapore at the edge of its capability, this aircraft arrives with a comfortable fuel margin. The speed advantage further reduces a long sector;
• London to Los Angeles and US West Coast non-stop - approximately 10.5 hours. Los Angeles (approximately 5,400 nm) and all US West Coast destinations are within non-stop range. The 982 km/h cruise speed and the 16.34 m cabin define the benchmark west-to-east transatlantic experience in business aviation;
• Ultra-long sectors where cabin dimensions matter most. On any sector over 10 hours, the extra 2.95 m of cabin length, the 2.59 m width and the 1.95 m height of the G650 translate from abstract specifications into real comfort. Wide seats, large windows, more zone separation, larger lavatories - all are felt over a 12-hour crossing;
• Groups requiring the most capable aircraft available. For clients - heads of state, senior executives, family groups - for whom the best available aircraft is the appropriate choice regardless of cost, the G650 is consistently that aircraft in the ultra-long-range category.

Cabin and in-flight experience

At 16.34 m long, 2.59 m wide and 1.95 m high, this cabin is the largest of any purpose-built business jet in the ultra-long-range category. The 2.59 m width is the critical dimension - it creates seat width, aisle clearance and lavatory space that simply cannot be replicated in a narrower fuselage. Sixteen windows at 72 x 50 cm fill all zones with natural light at a scale not available in competing aircraft.

The optimised pressure system and low cabin noise level deliver the microclimate standard that Gulfstream has refined across the G550 and G650 programmes. The galley is spacious rather than compact - another consequence of the wider fuselage that directly affects catering quality on ultra-long sectors. Lavatories are comfortable rather than functional. Luggage compartments are genuinely roomy.

• Cabin dimensions. 16.34 m x 2.59 m x 1.95 m - longest, widest and tallest in class;
• Windows. 16 portholes at 72 x 50 cm - largest in ultra-long-range category;
• Pressure. Optimised cabin pressure with fatigue-reduction microclimate;
• Noise. Low cabin noise standard - productive working and restful sleep simultaneously possible;
• Galley. Spacious full-service galley for up to 18 passengers;
• Lavatories. Comfortable, full-width facilities - a direct benefit of the 2.59 m fuselage;
• Luggage. Roomy compartments throughout;
• Communications. Satellite phone standard; Wi-Fi varies by operator - confirm at booking.

Technical specifications

G650 vs similar aircraft

• G650 vs Gulfstream G550. The G550 has less range (6,750 nm vs 7,000 nm), a narrower cabin (2.24 m vs 2.59 m), a shorter cabin (13.39 m vs 16.34 m) and lower cruise speed (941 km/h vs 982 km/h). Charter rates for the G550 run approximately 20 to 30% lower. For missions within G550 range where the narrower cabin is acceptable, the G550 delivers comparable ultra-long-range Gulfstream quality at lower cost. The G650 is the necessary choice when maximum cabin dimensions, 982 km/h speed or destinations beyond 6,750 nm are required;
• G650 vs Global 7000. The closest direct competitor. The Global 7000 has has greater range (7,700 nm vs 7,000 nm) and a four-zone cabin (17.68 m vs 16.34 m). The G650 counters with a wider fuselage (2.59 m vs 2.41 m) and the Gulfstream pressure and acoustic standard. Charter rates are broadly comparable. The choice between them comes down to range requirement (Global 7000 for Tokyo to New York; G650 for London to Tokyo), cabin zone preference and operator relationship;
• G650 vs Gulfstream G450. The G450 has less range (4,350 nm vs 7,000 nm), a significantly shorter cabin (13.70 m vs 16.34 m) and a narrower fuselage (2.24 m vs 2.59 m). Charter rates for the G450 run approximately 35 to 45% lower. For missions within 4,350 nm where the narrower cabin is acceptable, the G450 provides excellent Gulfstream three-zone capability at a much lower total cost. The G650 is reserved for ultra-long-range missions where its specific advantages are fully utilised.

Frequently asked questions - G650 charter

How much does it cost to charter a Gulfstream G650?
Charter rates run from approximately £7,400 to £9,000 per flight hour. London to Tokyo non-stop costs from £94,000 for 12 passengers. London to New York costs from £66,000. London to Dubai costs from £44,000. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

How wide is the Gulfstream G650 cabin?
At 2.59 m it has the widest cabin of any purpose-built business jet in the ultra-long-range category. The extra width versus the G550 (2.24 m) and the Global 6000 (2.41 m) creates wider seats, larger lavatories, a more spacious galley and more aisle clearance throughout the 16.34 m cabin.

Can the Gulfstream G650 fly non-stop from London to Tokyo?
Yes - at approximately 5,950 nm from London, Tokyo sits well within the 7,000 nm range. At 982 km/h cruise speed the sector takes approximately 12 hours - approximately 60 to 70 minutes faster than a G550 on the same routing.

How many passengers can fly on a Gulfstream G650?
Up to 18 in the standard configuration. The optimal VIP layout is 12 passengers across the cabin zones. The 16.34 m cabin and 2.59 m width mean even 18 passengers have considerably more individual space than on competing aircraft of similar or smaller dimensions.

What separates the Gulfstream G650 from the G550?
The cabin is longer (16.34 m vs 13.39 m), a wider fuselage (2.59 m vs 2.24 m), higher cruise speed (982 km/h vs 941 km/h) and more range (7,000 nm vs 6,750 nm). Charter rates for the G550 run approximately 20 to 30% lower. For ultra-long missions where cabin dimensions and speed are priorities, the G650 is the appropriate choice.