Gulfstream G280 Private Jet Charter
The Gulfstream G280 is a super mid size jet seating up to 10 passengers, with a 6,667 km (3,600 nm) range and a 1,041 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $5,200 per hour.
Gulfstream G280 overview
Gulfstream Aerospace introduced the G280 in 2012. It belongs to the Super Mid Size Jet class, powered by 2 Honeywell HTF7250G engines. With a 6,667 km range and seating for up to 10, it suits transcontinental and international charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the G280 with no membership fees.
Operators list the Gulfstream G280 as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any super mid size jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Gulfstream G280 business jet specifications, hourly charter rates and the routes it is actually flown on. The rest of the range is on the Gulfstream Aerospace page.
How much does it cost to charter a G280?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
G280 specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 6,667 km / 3,600 nm
- Cruise speed
- 1,041 km/h / Mach 0.85
- Service ceiling
- 45,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 4,750 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- Honeywell
- Model
- HTF7250G
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 8
- Passengers (max)
- 10
- Cabin length
- 25.83 ft
- Cabin height
- 6.25 ft
- Baggage
- 169 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 39,600 lb
- Empty weight
- 24,650 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Gulfstream G280 Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 8,395 movements by this type across 77 airports — about 700 a month, or 0.8% of all business aviation movements we observe.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular G280 routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Gulfstream G280 actually fly?
We tracked 8,395 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 77 airports — roughly 700 a month, or 0.8% of all business aviation movements in our data.
Where is the Gulfstream G280 based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Dulles, Scottsdale, Atlanta, Charlotte. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Gulfstream G280 fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are Charlotte–Teterboro, Las Vegas–Santa Ana, Charlotte–Dulles. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a G280?
Charter rates for the Gulfstream G280 typically run $5,200–$7,200 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the G280 fly?
The G280 has a maximum range of approximately 6,667 km (3,600 nautical miles) with 8 passengers — enough for transcontinental and many international routes.
How many passengers does the G280 seat?
The Gulfstream G280 typically seats 8 passengers and up to 10 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
How fast is the G280?
The G280 cruises at up to 1,041 km/h (562 knots, Mach 0.85), with a service ceiling of 45,000 ft.
How much does a G280 cost to buy?
A pre-owned Gulfstream G280 typically sells for $18,000,000–$23,000,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $3,800.
Charter the G280
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