Aircraft
Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700)
The Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) is a vip airliner with up to 25 seats and 11,600 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
- Seats
- 25
- Range
- 11,600 km
- Cruise
- 850 km/h
- Hourly
- $12,000
About this aircraft
The BBJ 1 is Boeing's classic Business Jet on the 737-700—auxiliary fuel and VIP interiors that defined the modern VIP airliner category for private and government operators.
It remains widely recognized for intercontinental private travel with airline-common 737 support. Cabins typically include lounge, office, and bedroom zones rather than airline seating density.
The original BBJ many brokers still mean by default when a client asks for a Boeing Business Jet narrowbody jet.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) appeared in 42 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Barcelona (BCN) to Londonderry (23VT), listed 1 time over that period.
- Inventory spanned 42 routes across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 10,317, with an observed range of USD 10,317–USD 10,498 (42 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 6,030 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
Performance
- Category
- VIP Airliner
- Range
- 11,600 km
- Cruise speed
- 850 km/h
- Max speed
- 876 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 2,050 m
- Landing runway
- 1,800 m
- ICAO type
- B737
Cabin
- Seats
- 25
- Height
- 2.16 m
- Width
- 3.53 m
- Length
- 24.13 m
- Cabin area
- 221.1 m²
- Baggage
- 25.0 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 12,000
- Fuel burn
- 850 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 5,100
- Manufacturer
- Boeing
Best missions
- Classic BBJ1 intercontinental VIP trips
- Multi-zone 737 corporate jet travel
- BBJ1 specialized empty legs
Sources
- Boeing Business JetsBoeing
- BBJ overviewWikipedia
Alternatives
FAQ
How often does the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 42 empty-leg offers for the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700)?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) corridor was Barcelona (BCN) to Londonderry (23VT), with 1 listing from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700)?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) show a median ask of USD 10,317 across 42 priced offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026. Final quotes still vary by route, date, and operator.
What is the range of the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700)?
The Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) has a published maximum range of 11,600 km.
How many passengers does the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) seat?
The Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) is configured for up to 25 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700)?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) operating cost near USD 12,000 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) is about 850 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Boeing BBJ 1 (737-700) is about 2,050 m.
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