G550
The long-haul standard for a generation. Plenty of aircraft available at competitive rates.
- Passengers
- Up to 16
- Range
- 6,750 nm
- Cruise speed
- 488 kts (904 km/h)
- Cabin height
- 1.88 m
- Baggage
- 226 cu ft
Best for: London–Singapore, London–Los Angeles non-stop.
Flying times
Estimated times from Farnborough, allowing for the usual headwind across the Atlantic westbound and tailwind eastbound. Weather, routing and your choice of airport change them; we confirm exact times with your quote.
| To | Distance | Flying time | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 136 nm | About 35 min | Nonstop |
| Paris | 186 nm | About 45 min | Nonstop |
| Geneva | 407 nm | About 1h 10m | Nonstop |
| Nice | 560 nm | About 1h 30m | Nonstop |
| Ibiza | 750 nm | About 1h 50m | Nonstop |
| Marrakech | 1,224 nm | About 2h 50m | Nonstop |
| Mykonos | 1,383 nm | About 3h 10m | Nonstop |
| Dubai | 2,979 nm | About 6h 25m | Nonstop |
| New York | 2,986 nm | About 7h 20m | Nonstop |
Room to stand, sit back or sleep
1.88 m tall and 2.24 m wide, with a cabin 15.3 m long, so most passengers can walk upright. The typical layout seats 16, mostly in facing pairs with tables between them, with a divan that can be made up as a bed. The baggage hold takes about 226 cubic feet.
- Height
- 1.88 m
- Width
- 2.24 m
- Length
- 15.3 m
Photos
Representative aircraft. The aircraft you fly will be confirmed, with its own photos, in your quote.
Specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Gulfstream |
|---|---|
| Model | G550 |
| Category | Ultra long range |
Performance
| Range | 6,750 nm (12,501 km) |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 488 kts (904 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft |
| Take-off distance | 1,800 m |
Cabin and capacity
| Passengers | 16 typical |
|---|---|
| Cabin height | 1.88 m |
| Cabin width | 2.24 m |
| Cabin length | 15.3 m |
| Baggage | 226 cu ft (6.4 m³) |
Aircraft
| Length | 29.4 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 28.5 m |
| Height | 7.9 m |
| Maximum take-off weight | 41,277 kg |
| Engines | 2 × Rolls-Royce BR710C4-11 |
Manufacturer figures. Range is with typical passengers and IFR reserves; take-off and landing distances are at maximum weight, sea level, standard conditions.
Similar aircraft
Other ultra long range aircraft we often quote alongside the G550.
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Up to 14 passengers · 5,950 nmFly the G550
Tell us the trip. We'll check which G550s are available, or suggest the best alternative.
Questions
How many passengers does the G550 seat?
Up to 16 in a typical executive layout. Some aircraft are configured differently, so we confirm the exact seating for your trip when we quote.
How far can the G550 fly?
The manufacturer quotes a range of about 6,750 nautical miles. With a normal load and reserves we plan on about 5,750 nm nonstop; winds, passengers and luggage all change it.
Can the G550 fly London to Dubai nonstop?
London to Dubai is about 2,979 nm. That is comfortably within its range.
Can the G550 cross the Atlantic?
London to New York is about 2,986 nm. Flying west into the prevailing winds it behaves more like 3,434 nm. It can usually fly it nonstop.
How fast is the G550?
It typically cruises at about 488 knots (904 km/h). London to Nice takes about 1h 30m.
How much luggage fits on the G550?
The baggage hold takes about 226 cubic feet (6.4 m³). How many bags that means depends on their size and shape, so tell us what you are bringing, including skis, golf bags or pushchairs, and we will confirm it fits or suggest a larger aircraft.
