Aircraft
Gulfstream G550
The Gulfstream G550 is an ultra long range with up to 14 seats and 12,500 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
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- Seats
- 14
- Range
- 12,500 km
- Cruise
- 904 km/h
- Hourly
- $6,900
About this aircraft
The Gulfstream G550 defined a generation of intercontinental private flying and remains widely operated even after newer models entered production.
Mature support, a large multi-zone cabin, and proven transoceanic capability keep it common in charter fleets. Cabins are usually arranged for work and rest on 8–12 hour sectors.
Travelers often see the G550 as a practical ultra-long-range option when a G650-family cabin is not available, especially on established North Atlantic and Middle East corridors.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Gulfstream G550 appeared in 4,975 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Van Nuys (VNY) to Kahului (OGG), listed 109 times over that period.
- Inventory spanned 2,193 routes and 12 operators across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Gulfstream G550 empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 51,368, with an observed range of USD 2,814–USD 539,953 (5,750 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 5,244 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
- As of the latest catalog refresh, 82 empty-leg offers for this model remain live on EmptyJet.
Performance
- Category
- Ultra Long Range
- Range
- 12,500 km
- Cruise speed
- 904 km/h
- Max speed
- 941 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 1,800 m
- Landing runway
- 960 m
- ICAO type
- GLF5
Cabin
- Seats
- 14
- Height
- 1.88 m
- Width
- 2.24 m
- Length
- 15.30 m
- Cabin area
- 60.2 m²
- Baggage
- 5.5 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 6,900
- Fuel burn
- 460 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 2,760
- Manufacturer
- Gulfstream Aerospace
Best missions
- Transatlantic and long continental nonstops
- Corporate shuttle missions with mixed work/rest cabin layouts
- Long-range empty-leg opportunities when the type repositions
Sources
- Gulfstream aircraft fleet overviewGulfstream Aerospace
- Gulfstream G550 specifications overviewGlobalAir
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FAQ
How often does the Gulfstream G550 appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 4,975 empty-leg offers for the Gulfstream G550 from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Gulfstream G550?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Gulfstream G550 corridor was Van Nuys (VNY) to Kahului (OGG), with 109 listings from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Gulfstream G550?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Gulfstream G550 show a median ask of USD 51,368 across 5,750 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 Gulfstream G550?
The Gulfstream G550 has a published maximum range of 12,500 km.
How many passengers does the Gulfstream G550 seat?
The Gulfstream G550 is configured for up to 14 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Gulfstream G550?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Gulfstream G550 operating cost near USD 6,900 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Gulfstream G550 burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Gulfstream G550 is about 460 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Gulfstream G550 need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Gulfstream G550 is about 1,800 m.
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