Ultra Long Range Jet
Dassault Falcon 8X charter
The Dassault Falcon 8X is an ultra long range jet built by Dassault Aviation with a published range of about 6,450 nm, typically carrying 12–14 passengers.
Unverified Specifications source: Dassault Falcon: Falcon 8X specifications (cabin 74 in x 92 in x 42.7 ft, converted to ft) (https://www.dassaultfalcon.com/businessjets/falcon-8x/)
- Range
- 6,450 nm
- published, not practical
- Cruise
- Not yet verified
- Passengers
- 12–14
- max 16 certified
- Cabin (H × W × L)
- 6.2 × 7.7 × 42.7 ft
- Baggage
- 140 cu ft
- In production
- Yes
Where the Dassault Falcon 8X can fly nonstop
Screened against our route set with a practical-range margin.
Of 104 city pairs we cover, the Dassault Falcon 8X can typically fly 103 nonstop.
| Route | Distance | Range |
|---|---|---|
| New York – Dubai | 5,951 nm | Nonstop in good conditions |
| London – Los Angeles | 4,718 nm | Nonstop |
| Geneva – Aspen | 4,543 nm | Nonstop |
| New York – São Paulo | 4,162 nm | Nonstop |
| London – Aspen | 4,140 nm | Nonstop |
| Hong Kong – Sydney | 3,993 nm | Nonstop |
| London – Miami | 3,823 nm | Nonstop |
| Nice – New York | 3,464 nm | Nonstop |
| Geneva – New York | 3,352 nm | Nonstop |
| London – Washington, D.C. | 3,179 nm | Nonstop |
Dassault Falcon 8X charter cost
Charter pricing for ultra long range jets in our model runs US$12,500–US$17,500 per flight hour Estimate. Individual aircraft vary with age, interior, operator and base. This is the cost to charter, not to buy.
London to Los Angeles: about 10 h 45 min, US$214,000–US$300,000 one way.
Geneva to Aspen: about 10 h 20 min, US$207,000–US$289,000 one way.
New York to São Paulo: about 9 h 30 min, US$190,000–US$266,000 one way.
Other ultra long range jets
| Aircraft | Range | Passengers | Baggage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global 5500 | 5,900 nm | 13–15 | — |
| Dassault Falcon 7X | 5,950 nm | 12–14 | — |
| Dassault Falcon 8X | 6,450 nm | 12–14 | 140 cu ft |
| Bombardier Global 6500 | 6,600 nm | 13–15 | — |
| Gulfstream G600 | 6,600 nm | 14–16 | 175 cu ft |
| Gulfstream G550 | 6,750 nm | 14–16 | 170 cu ft |
| Gulfstream G650 | 7,000 nm | 14–16 | 195 cu ft |
| Bombardier Global 7500 | 7,700 nm | 14–17 | — |
| Gulfstream G700 | 7,750 nm | 14–17 | 195 cu ft |
| Bombardier Global 8000 | 8,000 nm | 12–14 | — |
Dassault Falcon 8X charter: long range with a different design
A Dassault Falcon 8X charter gives you ultra-long-range capability in an aircraft that was built around a slightly different idea from its American and Canadian rivals. Where most large-cabin jets have two engines, the Falcon 8X has three. It is the longest-range member of the Falcon family in service, a stretched development of the Falcon 7X that first flew in 2015 and entered service in 2016, according to its Wikipedia entry. Dassault designed it to combine long range with access to airports that bigger jets find difficult.
The tiles and tables above give our dataset's view: a published range of about 6,450 nautical miles, a typical load of 12 to 14 passengers with a maximum of 16, a cabin about 6.2 ft high, 7.7 ft wide and 42.7 ft long, about 140 cubic feet of baggage space, the corridors it can fly nonstop, and the hourly band our pricing model uses for its category. These are published manufacturer or public figures, not independently verified. We have no published cruise figure, so speed is described qualitatively.
We are a charter broker. We do not own or operate aircraft; we find the right Falcon 8X among licensed operators, compare the options, and stay with you until you land. Learn more on the JetPriceCheck homepage.
What makes the Falcon 8X different
Three engines
The Falcon 8X is powered by three Pratt & Whitney Canada PW307 engines, two on the sides of the rear fuselage and one in the tail. Dassault has long argued that the trijet layout allows a lighter, more efficient aircraft and gives flexibility in routing over oceans and remote regions. For a charter passenger the practical effects are subtle: you will not feel a difference in the cabin, but the operator may have more freedom in choosing routes over water or sparsely served terrain.
Digital flying controls
Like the 7X before it, the 8X uses digital fly-by-wire flight controls, a technology that Dassault brought over from its military aircraft. Crews value the stability and workload reduction on approach, especially into airports with steep glide paths or tricky terrain.
Built for demanding airports
The design brief emphasised short-field and steep-approach performance alongside range. Dassault has promoted the aircraft for access to airports that are challenging for large-cabin jets, and its wingspan is smaller than that of some wider-bodied rivals. Which airports a particular aircraft and crew are approved for depends on the operator and on local rules, so we confirm each one before we offer it. Details are on the Dassault Falcon 8X page.
Inside the Falcon 8X cabin
The Falcon 8X cabin is a stand-up, flat-floor space, about 42.7 ft long in published figures, enough for three distinct zones. At about 7.7 ft wide it is narrower than the widest rivals in the category, such as the Gulfstream G650 and the Bombardier Global family, and the trade-off is felt most in the aisle and seat width. In return, Dassault offered an unusually large number of cabin layouts, so two 8Xs can feel quite different inside.
Typical layouts on a Falcon 8X private jet charter
- Forward lounge: a four-seat club, sometimes with a side-facing divan opposite a galley.
- Mid-cabin: a dining or conference group, or a second club.
- Aft stateroom: on many aircraft, a private rear compartment with a bed and access to the lavatory.
Our data puts a typical charter load at 12 to 14 passengers. For an overnight flight, plan on fewer, and confirm with us how many can sleep flat on the specific tail. Galley size, connectivity and entertainment depend on the aircraft, so we check them one by one.
Who notices the difference
Most passengers on a Falcon 8X charter find the cabin generous. Groups at the top of the passenger range on a long overnight sector are the ones most likely to prefer a wider aircraft; small groups rarely do. If you are unsure, tell us how many people will travel, how many need a bed and how much luggage you carry, and we will say plainly whether the 8X cabin is the right size or whether a wider aircraft would serve the trip better.
Falcon 8X range in practice
Published range assumes ideal conditions. Our screen assumes roughly 85% of it is usable once you add passengers, baggage, winds and reserves, and adds about 5% to great-circle distance for routing. For a 6,450 nm aircraft, that means a practical reach of roughly 5,480 nm. The method is explained in our private jet range guide.
Corridors the Falcon 8X flies nonstop
On that screen, this page's fact pack lists 103 of our corridors as nonstop for the Falcon 8X. These are screening estimates, not flight plans. They include:
- Transatlantic: London, Paris, Geneva, Madrid and Nice to New York; London to Boston, Washington, D.C. and Miami.
- Mountain and ski trips: London and Geneva to Aspen, and Denver, Los Angeles and Miami to Aspen, subject to the airport's own rules.
- Europe and the Gulf: London, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Madrid, Nice, Rome and Zurich to Dubai; Riyadh to London.
- Longer reaches: London to Los Angeles, New York to São Paulo and Hong Kong to Sydney.
- Islands: Geneva to Olbia, Madrid and London to Ibiza, New York to Nassau and Dubai to Malé.
The marginal one: New York to Dubai
New York to Dubai is about 5,950 nm great circle in our data. With the routing allowance it falls between the Falcon 8X's practical and published range, so our screen marks it as marginal: a nonstop may be possible with a light load and favourable winds, but a fuel stop is a real possibility. For that route we would compare the Bombardier Global 7500 or the Gulfstream G700.
Short sectors
On short routes such as Munich to Milan or Zurich to Paris, the Falcon 8X is capable but oversized. Unless it is already in position or the leg is part of a longer trip, a smaller jet is usually better value, and we will say so.
Where a Dassault Falcon 8X charter shines
The aircraft's combination of range and airport access suits particular trips:
- Ski and mountain destinations, where airport size limits or terrain rule out some large jets. Aspen, for example, has applied aircraft size restrictions in the past; a smaller-wingspan aircraft can be the difference between landing there and landing an hour's drive away.
- Islands and resort airports with shorter runways or limited parking.
- Long trips ending at a secondary airport, where the choice is between a nonstop into a smaller field and a larger jet with a road or helicopter transfer.
- European clients who prefer the Falcon cabin and its handling qualities, and operators based in Europe where Falcons are common.
Our directory of private jet routes lists the airports we use on each corridor.
Falcon 8X charter cost
The cost section above shows the hourly band our pricing model uses for the ultra-long-range category: about USD 12,500 to 17,500 per flight hour. That band is drawn from published market rates, and it gives estimates, not quotes. The real rate for a Falcon 8X depends on the aircraft, the operator and where it is based.
As a pure illustration, a seven-hour crossing at the model's band would come to roughly USD 87,500 to 122,500 for the flying time alone. Real quotes also reflect:
- Positioning to and from the aircraft's base, which on a one-way trip can be a large share of the total.
- Crew, including a relief pilot on the longest legs and hotels on overnights.
- Airport, handling and navigation charges, which vary by country and airport.
- Catering, connectivity and de-icing in winter, charged at cost.
- Waiting days if the aircraft stays with you.
The drivers are explained in our private jet cost guide. For a real figure, request a Falcon 8X quote from JetPriceCheck and we will compare what licensed operators can offer.
One-way trips and empty legs
When an aircraft flies a one-way trip it often returns empty, and those legs are sometimes sold at a lower price. For a Falcon 8X that can mean a transatlantic or Gulf sector at a fraction of the usual cost, provided your dates can follow the aircraft. See our empty-leg flights page.
Falcon 8X versus other long-range jets
| Aircraft | How it compares with a Falcon 8X |
|---|---|
| Gulfstream G650 | Wider cabin; more range on paper; larger aircraft at the airport. |
| Bombardier Global 6500 | Wide cabin with similar range; a two-engine alternative when the airport allows it. |
| Gulfstream G550 | Older, out-of-production type with similar range; often a value choice. |
| Bombardier Global 7500 | Much longer range and cabin; for the longest sectors and larger groups. |
| Gulfstream G700 | Gulfstream's flagship, with the largest cabin of this group. |
Flexibility across the ultra-long-range jet category often produces a better-positioned aircraft. Our aircraft guide compares every class.
Who a Falcon 8X private jet charter suits
The Falcon 8X is a strong fit for:
- Small to mid-sized groups on long trips, typically six to twelve people, who want a stand-up cabin and a place to sleep without paying for the widest aircraft in the class.
- Itineraries that mix long and demanding legs, such as a transatlantic crossing followed by a hop into a mountain or island airport.
- Travellers who value quiet and steady handling, particularly on approaches into terrain.
- European departures, where Falcons are well represented in operator fleets and positioning costs can be lower.
It is less suited to the largest groups on overnight flights, who may prefer a wider cabin, and to short regional hops, where a smaller jet is better value.
Planning a long Falcon 8X trip
A long-range flight is as much about planning as about the aircraft. A few points we work through with you and the operator:
- Timing and time zones. Eastbound overnight crossings let you sleep and arrive in the morning; westbound daytime flights make a long day feel shorter. We suggest a departure time that suits your body clock and the airport's operating hours.
- Crew duty. Very long sectors may need an augmented crew. The operator decides, based on its approved flight-time limitations, and it can affect the price.
- Customs and immigration. Your first landing in a new country must be at an airport with the right border services. For some destinations that means a technical stop or a specific arrival airport.
- Catering and dietary needs. Tell us early; long flights mean several meals, and some resort airports have limited catering options.
- Winter operations. Ski trips bring de-icing, snow clearance and weather holds. We build buffers into the schedule and keep a backup airport in mind.
- Baggage. Published figures give about 140 cubic feet; skis, golf bags and large cases fit best when we know about them in advance.
How we source a Falcon 8X
Before presenting a Falcon 8X, we check with the operator:
- Operator and certificate, confirming the aircraft is operated commercially under a valid air operator certificate.
- Layout, because the 8X was offered in many configurations, and berth count for overnight flights.
- Year and refit, which determine seats, finishes and cabin systems.
- Connectivity on your route, especially over oceans.
- Airport approvals for any demanding destination on your itinerary.
- Base and positioning, which usually drive the price.
Frequently asked questions about Dassault Falcon 8X charter
How far can a Falcon 8X fly nonstop?
Dassault's published figure is about 6,450 nm. On our practical screen, the aircraft flies 103 of the corridors we list nonstop, including London to Los Angeles; New York to Dubai is marginal.
Why does the Falcon 8X have three engines?
Dassault chose the trijet layout for efficiency and routing flexibility over oceans and remote areas. For passengers, the cabin experience is the same as any other large jet.
How many passengers does a Falcon 8X carry?
Typically 12 to 14 in our data, with a published maximum of 16. On overnight flights, fewer passengers can sleep flat.
Falcon 8X or Gulfstream G650?
The G650 has a wider cabin and more published range; the Falcon 8X can suit trips that end at more demanding airports and is often a strong choice in Europe. Availability and positioning on your date often decide.
What does a Falcon 8X charter cost per hour?
Our pricing model, built on published market rates, uses USD 12,500 to 17,500 per flight hour for the category as an estimate. Real prices depend on the aircraft, operator and trip.
A Dassault Falcon 8X charter is the long-range choice that goes a little further off the beaten track. Tell us your route, your group and the airport you really want to land at, and we will return with specific aircraft and a firm operator quote.