Bombardier Global 5500 Private Jet Charter

The Bombardier Global 5500 is a large cabin jet seating up to 14 passengers, with a 10,926 km (5,900 nm) range and a 1,100 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $6,500 per hour.

Charter from
$6,500/h
Range
10,926 km
Passengers
10–14
Cruise speed
1,100 km/h

Bombardier Global 5500 overview

Bombardier Aerospace introduced the Global 5500 in 2019. It belongs to the Large Cabin Jet class, powered by 2 Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines. With a 10,926 km range and seating for up to 14, it suits ultra-long-haul intercontinental travel. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the Global 5500 with no membership fees.

How much does it cost to charter a Global 5500?

Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.

$6,500/hour
from, up to $9,000/h
$38,000,000
used price, to $44,000,000
$4,800/hour
operating cost

Global 5500 specifications

Performance

Max range10,926 km / 5,900 nm
Cruise speed1,100 km/h / Mach 0.9
Service ceiling51,000 ft
Takeoff distance5,800 ft

Engines

ManufacturerRolls-Royce
ModelPearl 15
TypeTurbofan
Count2

Cabin & dimensions

Passengers (typical)10
Passengers (max)14
Cabin length37.5 ft
Cabin height6.17 ft
Baggage195 cu ft

Weights

Max takeoff92,500 lb
Empty weight47,500 lb

Cabin amenities

Ka-band WiFiSatellite Phone4K Entertainment SystemFull GalleyTwo LavatoriesSpacious Baggage CompartmentIndividual Climate ControlLED LightingPremium Leather SeatingFold-flat BedsNuage Seating

Where the Bombardier Global 5500 Actually Flies

Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months (July 2025 – June 2026): we logged 8,072 movements by this type across 128 airports — about 673 a month, or 0.8% of all business aviation movements we observe. Shares the GL5T type with the Global 5000.

8,072
Movements tracked
128
Airports seen at
0.8%
Share of tracked fleet
GL5T
ICAO type code

Method: ADS-B position reports filtered to business jet and turboprop ICAO types, counted from aircraft on the ground at tracked airports. Figures reflect observed activity across our airport network, not the worldwide fleet total.

Popular Global 5500 routes

Real range-feasible routes with estimated charter cost.

KJFKEGLL
7h 30m · 3,470 nm
$49,000$68,000 est.
KLAXKJFK
5h 30m · 2,475 nm
$36,000$50,000 est.
UUEEOMDB
4h 45m · 2,180 nm
$31,000$43,000 est.

Frequently asked questions

How often does the Bombardier Global 5500 actually fly?

We tracked 8,072 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 128 airports — roughly 673 a month, or 0.8% of all business aviation movements in our data. Shares the GL5T type with the Global 5000.

Where is the Bombardier Global 5500 based most often?

The airports where this type turns up most are Teterboro, Farnborough, Cologne, Toronto. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.

Which routes does the Bombardier Global 5500 fly most?

Its busiest tracked sectors are Berlin–Cologne, Cologne–Berlin, Van Nuys–Teterboro. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.

How much does it cost to charter a Global 5500?

Charter rates for the Bombardier Global 5500 typically run $6,500–$9,000 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.

How far can the Global 5500 fly?

The Global 5500 has a maximum range of approximately 10,926 km (5,900 nautical miles) with 10 passengers — enough for long intercontinental routes nonstop.

How many passengers does the Global 5500 seat?

The Bombardier Global 5500 typically seats 10 passengers and up to 14 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.

How fast is the Global 5500?

The Global 5500 cruises at up to 1,100 km/h (594 knots, Mach 0.9), with a service ceiling of 51,000 ft.

How much does a Global 5500 cost to buy?

A pre-owned Bombardier Global 5500 typically sells for $38,000,000–$44,000,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $4,800.

Mila Chase

Mila Chase

Aviation Specialist