Gulfstream G500 Private Jet Charter
The Gulfstream G500 is a large cabin jet seating up to 19 passengers, with a 9,816 km (5,300 nm) range and a 1,130 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $6,500 per hour.
Gulfstream G500 overview
Gulfstream Aerospace introduced the G500 in 2018. It belongs to the Large Cabin Jet class, powered by 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada PW814GA engines. With a 9,816 km range and seating for up to 19, it suits ultra-long-haul intercontinental travel. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the G500 with no membership fees.
Operators list the Gulfstream G500 as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any large cabin jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Gulfstream G500 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 G500?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
G500 specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 9,816 km / 5,300 nm
- Cruise speed
- 1,130 km/h / Mach 0.925
- Service ceiling
- 51,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 5,200 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- Pratt & Whitney Canada
- Model
- PW814GA
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 14
- Passengers (max)
- 19
- Cabin length
- 41.5 ft
- Cabin height
- 6.17 ft
- Baggage
- 175 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 79,600 lb
- Empty weight
- 46,200 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Gulfstream G500 Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 32,042 movements by this type across 162 airports — about 2,670 a month, or 3% of all business aviation movements we observe. Shares the GLF5 ICAO type with the Gulfstream V and G550.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular G500 routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Gulfstream G500 actually fly?
We tracked 32,042 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 162 airports — roughly 2,670 a month, or 3% of all business aviation movements in our data. Shares the GLF5 ICAO type with the Gulfstream V and G550.
Where is the Gulfstream G500 based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Teterboro, Van Nuys, Dulles, West Palm Beach. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Gulfstream G500 fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are Van Nuys–Teterboro, Teterboro–Van Nuys, Van Nuys–San Jose. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a G500?
Charter rates for the Gulfstream G500 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 G500 fly?
The G500 has a maximum range of approximately 9,816 km (5,300 nautical miles) with 14 passengers — enough for long intercontinental routes nonstop.
How many passengers does the G500 seat?
The Gulfstream G500 typically seats 14 passengers and up to 19 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
How fast is the G500?
The G500 cruises at up to 1,130 km/h (610 knots, Mach 0.925), with a service ceiling of 51,000 ft.
How much does a G500 cost to buy?
A pre-owned Gulfstream G500 typically sells for $38,000,000–$44,000,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $4,800.
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