There are a number of factors to consider when comparing private jets, like cost, speed, seating capacity, and comfortability.
Another spec that has become more competitive in recent history is range. Today, manufacturers continue to push the boundaries and break records for private jet ranges.
Thanks to innovation in aircraft design, and engine efficiency, private jets are now capable of traveling unprecedented distances without needing to refuel. Nonstop travel across multiple continents has become commonplace for a number of premier business jets.
In this article, we’ll check out the seven private jets with the longest ranges in the world. And since there are a number of external considerations that directly impact a private jet’s range, stick around to see them and their influence on how far a jet can actually fly.
Here is a list of the longest range private jets on the market in 2023.
7,700 nm / 8,900 mi / 4,300 km
7,500 nm / 8,600 mi / 13,900 km
6,600 nm / 7,600 mi / 12,200 km
6,450 nm / 7,400 mi / 12,000 km
5,650 nm / 6,500 mi / 10,500 km
4,600 nm / 5,300 mi / 8,500 km
3,500 nm / 4,000 mi / 6,500 km
Next, let’s take a closer look at each aircraft mentioned above, and what makes them a staple in the world of long range business jets.
Several aviation manufacturers offer private jets with impressive transcontinental capabilities. The following examples utilize large fuel tanks, aerodynamic designs, and efficient powerplants to soar further than the rest of the competition.
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⛽ Fuel capacity: 51,503 lb / 23,362 kg
🛩️ Cruise speed: Mach 0.85 (487 kn; 902 km/h)
💺 Seating Capacity: Up to 19 passengers
🗺️ Longest route: Los Angeles to Singapore
The longest range private jet in service today is the Bombardier Global 7500. Successor of the Global 6500, the 7500 is capable of flying 7,700 nautical miles. Overall, it is one of the best private jets on the market today, with unmatched space and luxury inside the cabin. A fun fact: the Global 7500’s range is even greater than that of a Boeing 747-400, which can only travel 7,300 nm nonstop.
Bombardier is currently working on development of its newest ultra-long range jet - the Global 8000. Projected to enter service in 2025, the Global 8000 will be able to fly even further than its predecessor, with 8,000 nm (9,200 mi/ 14,800 km) of range.
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⛽ Fuel capacity: 49,400 lb (22,400 kg)
🛩️ Cruise speed: Mach 0.90 (593 mph; 516 kn; 956 km/h)
💺 Seating Capacity: Up to 19 passengers
🗺️ Longest route: London to Buenos Aires
Next, we have the direct rival to the Global 7500 - Gulfstream’s G700. This ultra long range jet improves upon the Gulfsteam G650ER, and can fly over 7,500 nm at an impressive top speed of 690 mph. Powered by two Rolls-Royce Pearl 700 turbofan engines, Gulfstream’s flagship aircraft can produce 17,000 pounds of thrust (75.6 kN). A swept wing design also increases aerodynamics, which helps the G700 complete very long direct flights across continents.
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⛽ Fuel capacity: 45,694 lb (20,726 kg)
🛩️ Cruise speed: Mach 0.79 (453 kn; 521 mph; 839 km/h)
💺 Seating capacity: Up to 25 passengers
🗺️ Longest route: Dubai to Sydney
Based on the commercial 737 MAX aircraft, the Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) MAX 7 is a rare and special offering in private aviation. While the BBJ’s performance specs practically mirror those of the original variant - its cabin design is another story. The interior of the BBJ is truly stunning, and roomier than any other business jet.
The all new, more fuel-efficient LEAP-1B engines of the MAX generation reduce fuel burn and emission of the BBJ. On average, BBJs in the MAX family typically have a sticker price over $90 million.
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⛽ Fuel capacity: 34,900 lb (15,830 kg)
🛩️ Cruise speed: Mach 0.8 (459 kn; 528 mph; 850 km/h)
💺 Seating capacity: Up to 16 passengers
🗺️ Longest route: Cape Town to Stockholm
The Dassault Falcon 8x is the ultimate trijet in business aviation. It is derived from the Falcon 7X, and adds almost 1000 nautical miles of range. With improved Pratt & Whitney Canada PW300, the 8X is surprisingly up to 20% more fuel efficient than its ultra long range competitors. This means that with a full tank, Dassault’s 8X can perform nonstop flights that are over 13 hours long. Not to mention, it may be one of the most quiet, comfortable jets for these lengthy international journeys.
⛽ Fuel capacity: 5,760 US gal (21,805 L)
🛩️ Cruise speed: Mach 0.78 (447 kn; 514 mph; 829 km/h)
💺 Seating capacity: Up to 18 passengers
🗺️ Longest route: Los Angeles to Beijing
Introducing the brand new ACJ TwoTwenty; an Airbus A220 purposefully developed for business aviation. This offering from Airbus is a worthy competitor in the large business jet market, excelling in both comfortability and sustainability. To increase its range over the A220-100 commercial variant, the ACJ Two twenty is offered with up to five auxiliary center tanks.
The extended range of the TwoTwenty makes it an excellent transatlantic private jet. Departing from New York, this ACJ can fly direct to destinations as far as Lagos in Africa, Tel Aviv in the Middle East, and Stockholm in Europe.
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⛽ Fuel capacity: 48,217 lb (21,871 kg)
🛩️ Cruise speed: Mach 0.79 (521 mph; 453 kn ; 841 km/h)
💺 Seating capacity: Up to 19 passengers
🗺️ Longest route: New York to Rome
The Embraer Lineage 1000E is a variant of the E190 - a regional jet airliner. Production of the Lineage started as early as 2006, when it became one of the largest business jets of its time. Fast forward to 2013, and Embraer released the updated 1000E version with an increased range of 4,600 nautical miles.
While not as impressive as some ultra long range private aircraft on this list, the Lineage 1000E can travel relatively far compared to most large and mid size private jets. It is best suited for domestic flights, but can still complete transatlantic flights between Eastern US and Western Europe destinations.
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⛽ Fuel capacity: 14,511 lb (6,600 kg)
🛩️ Cruise speed: Mach .84 ( 556 mph; 483 kn; 895 km/h)
💺 Seating capacity: Up to 12 passengers
🗺️ Longest route: New York to London
Cessna’s flagship aircraft, the Citation Longitude is a super-midsize jet with exceptional range for its size. The Longitude stands at 73 feet (22 meters) long and spans 68 feet (21 meters) wide. The Cessna jet was built for maximum efficiency, with two Honeywell engines that generate more than 7,600 pounds (34kN) of thrust, and propel the Longitude 3,500 nautical miles.
With 4 passengers, the Longitude can successfully make transatlantic flights over 8 hours in duration.
We’ve covered the private jets with the best range, but let’s check out how other classes of jets perform when it comes to flying distance.
Not all aircraft are big enough to carry 40,000 pounds of fuel. And of course, range is not the top priority of every jet. Jets are made in all different sizes to fit a number of different markets and demands from customers.
Here is a look how far private jets can fly, broken down by class.
900-1,300 nm / 1,000-1,500 mi / 1,600-2,400 km
2-3 hours
1,300-2,200 nm / 1,500-2,500 mi / 2,400-4,000 km
3-4 hours
2,200-3,500 nm / 2,500-4,000 mi / 4,000-6,400 km
4-7 hours
3,500-5,200 nm / 4,000-6,000 mi / 6,400-9,700 km
7-11 hours
5,200-7,700 nm / 6,000-8,900 mi / 9,700-14,300 km
11-15 hours
There are a few variables that can increase or decrease how far a private jet can fly:
The Bombardier Global G7500 has the longest range of any private jet on the market today, capable of flying over 7,700 nautical miles without refueling.
The lightest private jets can only fly a couple hours (~900 nm) nonstop, while the newest ultra long range jets can fly for over 15 hours (7,700 nm) straight.
The fastest private jets like the Cessna Citation X+and the Gulfstream G700 can reach maximum cruise speeds of up to Mach .9, or 600 mph.
Yes, private jets that are midsize or larger are capable of nonstop transatlantic flights, which are typically at least 3000 nautical miles. Smaller jets could make it across the Atlantic Ocean by refueling in Canada, Greenland, or Iceland.
Yes, ultra long range private jets like the Bombardier Global 7500 and Gulfstream G700 can fly over 7,000 nautical miles, and make nonstop transpacific flights between the US and both Asia and Australia. Super-midsize and heavy jets that have shorter range can complete the journey by refueling in Hawaii, which is close to halfway.
Yes, private jets with more than about 2500 nautical miles of range can fly to Hawaii when departing from the West Coast of the US. If you are departing from the central or eastern US, you will need a super midsize, heavy, or ultra long range jet to make it to Hawaii without stopping.
Yes, ultra long range private jets departing from the western United States can fly nonstop to anywhere in Australia. As of now, no private jet is able to fly directly to the continent down under from East Coast US cities like New York or Miami.
The Beechcraft King Air 360ER has the longest range of any turboprop aircraft, with a maximum range of 2,539 nm (4,702 km).
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