Large Jet · Comparison
Dassault Falcon 900 vs Gulfstream G500
Side-by-side Large Jet analysis of the Dassault Falcon 900 and Gulfstream G500: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Large Jet
- Seats
- 12 / 16
- Range
- 7,400 km / 9,630 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Dassault Falcon 900 is configured for 12 seats with cabin height 1.9 m; the Gulfstream G500 offers 16 seats and 1.9 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 7,400 km for the Dassault Falcon 900 versus 9,630 km for the Gulfstream G500, with cruise speeds of 882 km/h and 904 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $4,200/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900 and $5,600/hr for the Gulfstream G500. Takeoff runway guidance is 1700 m versus 1600 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 61 live public offers for the Dassault Falcon 900 and 10 for the Gulfstream G500 right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | Dassault Falcon 900 | Gulfstream G500 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Dassault | Gulfstream Aerospace |
| Category | Large Jet | Large Jet |
| Seats | 12 | 16 |
| Range | 7,400 km | 9,630 km |
| Cruise speed | 882 km/h | 904 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $4,200/hr | $5,600/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.9 m | 1.9 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1700 m | 1600 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 61 | 10 |
Key takeaways
The Gulfstream G500 seats more passengers (16 vs 12). On published range, the Gulfstream G500 covers more distance (9,630 km vs 7,400 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Dassault Falcon 900 ($4,200/hr vs $5,600/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 900 (61 vs 10).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Dassault Falcon 900 or the Gulfstream G500?
Published seating is 12 for the Dassault Falcon 900 and 16 for the Gulfstream G500.
Which has longer range, the Dassault Falcon 900 or the Gulfstream G500?
Published range is 7,400 km for the Dassault Falcon 900 and 9,630 km for the Gulfstream G500.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Dassault Falcon 900 and the Gulfstream G500?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $4,200/hr for the Dassault Falcon 900 and $5,600/hr for the Gulfstream G500.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Dassault Falcon 900 vs the Gulfstream G500?
EmptyJet currently lists 61 empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 900 and 10 for the Gulfstream G500. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.