G500
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 13 |
| Cabin length | 41.5 ft |
| Cabin width | 7.6 ft |
| Cabin height | 6.2 ft (stand-up) |
| Baggage volume | 175 cu ft |
| Lavatory | Fully enclosed |
| Galley | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Available on most aircraft |
| Cabin floor | Flat, walk-around |
The G500 carries a stand-up cabin — 6.2 ft tall, 7.6 ft wide. Adults move around without crouching. A fully enclosed lavatory makes it workable for longer legs. Connectivity varies by tail — most operators in this fleet have at least one Wi-Fi-equipped aircraft, but confirm before booking if you need to work in the air.
Operator floor plans vary. Some G500 cabins are configured with a divan that drops the headcount by one or two seats; confirm the layout with the operator before booking.
Range & performance
| Range | 5,200 nm |
| Max cruise | 516 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~439 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 51,000 ft |
5,200 nm puts most transcontinental and transatlantic city pairs in reach. New York to London or Tel Aviv non-stop, Los Angeles to Hawaii with reserves.
Distances are real great-circle nautical miles from the selected hub. Angular positions are spaced for readability, not actual bearings. Range envelope assumes no wind and a full passenger load.
Charter cost per hour
Charter the G500 at roughly $15,000–$22,000 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Ultra Long Range jets like this carry 12–16 passengers; the per-seat math improves sharply as you fill the cabin.
Rates are flight-hour pricing. Total cost depends on round-trip vs. one-way, positioning, fuel surcharges, and taxes (~15% on top of base). Run the math on your trip →
Safety Record
G500 vs Ultra Long Range Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the G500?
The Gulfstream G500 has a published range of 5,200 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the G500 seat?
Most G500 cabins seat 13 passengers in their standard charter configuration. Operator floor plans vary — some fleets configure for fewer seats with a divan or club-four layout.
How much does it cost to charter a G500?
G500 charter rates typically run $15,000–$22,000 per flight hour. Booking window, weekend versus weekday, and event-week surcharges move you within the band. A four-hour mission with taxi and positioning typically lands between $75,000 and $110,000 all-in.
Can you stand up in a G500?
The G500 has a cabin height of 6.2 ft. Yes — most adults stand up when moving through the cabin.
Where do G500s actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 851 G500 flights. The single busiest route was Jackson (KJXN) to Pontiac (KPTK), with 73 flights observed.
How do I book a G500 empty leg?
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G500s for Charter (25)
Where G500s actually fly
ADS-B-tracked flights from the trailing 90 days. Numbers cover aircraft on our charter database; private corporate fleets and operators using PIA registration are not in this count. Methodology →
Top routes
Busiest origins
Most active operators
| Operator | Aircraft | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| Central Air Southwest, Inc. | 20 | 851 |
Comparable aircraft
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