Aircraft
Gulfstream GIV
The Gulfstream GIV is a heavy jet with up to 14 seats and 7,815 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
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- Seats
- 14
- Range
- 7,815 km
- Cruise
- 870 km/h
- Hourly
- $5,200
About this aircraft
The Gulfstream IV defined large-cabin business aviation in the 1990s—longer cabin, better efficiency, and global range that made true intercontinental private flying routine.
Its success spawned SP and later G400/G450 derivatives and remains one of the most recognized Gulfstream silhouettes. Many charter operators still fly GIV-family aircraft because cabin size and support are proven.
It is the classic choice when travelers want traditional Gulfstream presence without needing the newest Symmetry-generation jets.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Gulfstream GIV appeared in 4,825 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Telluride (TEX) to Fort Lauderdale (FXE), listed 99 times over that period.
- Inventory spanned 2,209 routes and 3 operators across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Gulfstream GIV empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 25,600, with an observed range of USD 1–USD 107,021 (5,097 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 2,574 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
- As of the latest catalog refresh, 43 empty-leg offers for this model remain live on EmptyJet.
Performance
- Category
- Heavy Jet
- Range
- 7,815 km
- Cruise speed
- 870 km/h
- Max speed
- 880 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 1,670 m
- Landing runway
- 875 m
- ICAO type
- GLF4
Cabin
- Seats
- 14
- Height
- 1.88 m
- Width
- 2.24 m
- Length
- 13.53 m
- Cabin area
- 57.7 m²
- Baggage
- 4.5 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 5,200
- Fuel burn
- 430 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 2,580
- Manufacturer
- Gulfstream Aerospace
Best missions
- Transatlantic and long continental large-cabin trips
- Corporate shuttle missions with classic Gulfstream cabins
- Frequent empty-leg availability in mature GIV fleets
Sources
- Gulfstream Aerospace historyGulfstream Aerospace
- Gulfstream IV overviewWikipedia
Alternatives
FAQ
How often does the Gulfstream GIV appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 4,825 empty-leg offers for the Gulfstream GIV from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Gulfstream GIV?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Gulfstream GIV corridor was Telluride (TEX) to Fort Lauderdale (FXE), with 99 listings from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Gulfstream GIV?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Gulfstream GIV show a median ask of USD 25,600 across 5,097 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 GIV?
The Gulfstream GIV has a published maximum range of 7,815 km.
How many passengers does the Gulfstream GIV seat?
The Gulfstream GIV is configured for up to 14 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Gulfstream GIV?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Gulfstream GIV operating cost near USD 5,200 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Gulfstream GIV burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Gulfstream GIV is about 430 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Gulfstream GIV need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Gulfstream GIV is about 1,670 m.
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