Ultra Long Range Jet
Bombardier Global 5500 charter
The Bombardier Global 5500 is an ultra long range jet built by Bombardier with a published range of about 5,900 nm, typically carrying 13–15 passengers.
Unverified Specifications source: Bombardier: Global 5500 specifications (cabin 6 ft 2 in x 7 ft 11 in x 40 ft 9 in, length excludes baggage compartment) (https://bombardier.com/en/aircraft/global-5500)
- Range
- 5,900 nm
- published, not practical
- Cruise
- Not yet verified
- Passengers
- 13–15
- max 16 certified
- Cabin (H × W × L)
- 6.2 × 7.9 × 40.8 ft
- Baggage
- Not yet verified
- In production
- Yes
Where the Bombardier Global 5500 can fly nonstop
Screened against our route set with a practical-range margin.
Of 104 city pairs we cover, the Bombardier Global 5500 can typically fly 103 nonstop.
| Route | Distance | Range |
|---|---|---|
| New York – Dubai | 5,951 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| 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 |
Bombardier Global 5500 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 | — |
Global 5500 charter: a wide cabin without the flagship price
The Global 5500 is Bombardier's answer to a simple question: how much long-range jet do most trips really need? It has a published range of about 5,900 nautical miles, a typical charter load of 13 to 15 passengers and a cabin about 7.9 ft wide, as wide as its larger sibling, the Global 6500. On our screen it flies 103 of the 104 corridors we list without stopping. For most transatlantic, Gulf and transcontinental trips, it does the job of a flagship at a rate that is usually lower.
The tiles and tables above show the figures our site uses: range, passengers (16 certified), a cabin about 6.2 ft high, 7.9 ft wide and 40.8 ft long (excluding the baggage compartment), the nonstop corridors and the hourly band for its class. They come from Bombardier's Global 5500 page, sourced but not independently audited. Our record has no published baggage, sleeping or cruise figure, so we keep those qualitative.
JetPriceCheck is a charter broker. We do not own or operate aircraft. We ask licensed operators for suitable Global 5500 options, compare them and stay with you until you land. Start on the JetPriceCheck homepage at any time.
Where the Bombardier Global 5500 comes from
An evolution of the Global 5000
The Global 5500 was announced in 2018, together with the Global 6500, as an update of the Global 5000, part of the long-running Global Express family described on Wikipedia. Bombardier kept the proven fuselage and added new Rolls-Royce Pearl 15 engines, aerodynamic refinements and a redesigned interior. The result is a mature airframe with a modern cabin and more range than the aircraft it replaced.
Two siblings, one cross-section
The Global 5500 and Global 6500 share the same cabin height and width. The 6500 is longer, at about 43.3 ft against 40.8 ft in our records, and has more range: 6,600 nm against 5,900 nm. For a charter customer, that makes the choice straightforward. If your trip is within the 5500's reach and your group fits a three-zone cabin, you get the same width and comfort for what is often a lower rate.
Inside the Global 5500 cabin
At about 7.9 ft wide, the Global 5500 cabin is wider than the Falcon 7X and 8X (7.7 ft) and the Gulfstream G600 (7.6 ft) in our records. The difference is felt in the aisle, in seat width and in how open the cabin feels when every seat is taken. At 6.2 ft high it is a stand-up cabin throughout, and its 40.8 ft length allows three living areas.
Typical layouts on a Global 5500 private jet
- Forward club: four seats facing each other near the galley and forward lavatory on many aircraft.
- Mid-cabin: a conference or dining group for four to six.
- Aft zone: a divan lounge or, on some aircraft, a private stateroom with its own lavatory.
Our data gives a typical charter load of 13 to 15 passengers, with 16 certified. On an overnight flight fewer can sleep flat; our record has no published sleeping figure, so we confirm berths on the specific tail. Bombardier's Nuage seats, fitted to many new-build aircraft, are designed for a deep recline, so a daytime flight is restful even without a bed. Our private jet interior guide explains layouts and seat terms.
Baggage and amenities
Our record carries no published baggage volume for the Global 5500, so we will not quote one. The baggage compartment sits behind the cabin and is accessible in flight on the Global family, but check the specific aircraft if you carry skis, golf bags or bulky cases. Connectivity, entertainment and galley equipment vary by operator; our private jet amenities guide lists what to ask for.
Global 5500 range in practice
The published 5,900 nm assumes ideal conditions. Our screen takes about 85% of it as usable once passengers, baggage, winds and reserves are included, giving a practical reach of about 5,015 nm. It adds 5% to the great-circle distance for routing. See our private jet range tool for the method.
Corridors the Global 5500 flies nonstop
On that screen the Global 5500 flies 103 of our 104 corridors nonstop. These are screening estimates, not flight plans. The longest include:
- London to Los Angeles, about 4,720 nm in our data.
- Geneva to Aspen and London to Aspen, subject to the operator's approval for Aspen.
- New York to São Paulo, a long southbound sector with little time change.
- Hong Kong to Sydney, Dubai to Singapore and Tokyo to Singapore.
- All the transatlantic pairs we list, from London to Miami to Nice to New York.
- Europe to the Gulf, from London, Paris, Geneva, Milan, Madrid, Nice, Rome and Zurich to Dubai.
The exception: New York to Dubai
New York to Dubai is about 5,950 nm great circle in our data, more than the Global 5500's published range once routing is added. Our screen marks it as a fuel stop. A technical stop in Europe usually adds an hour or so on the ground. If the trip must be nonstop, compare the Global 7500, Global 8000 or Gulfstream G700, or the Gulfstream G600, which our screen marks as marginal.
Short sectors
Short routes such as London to Paris are easy for a Global 5500, but for a one-hour flight a smaller jet is usually far cheaper. We recommend it on short legs only when it is already in position or part of a longer itinerary.
Global 5500 charter cost
The cost section above shows the band our pricing model uses for ultra-long-range jets: about USD 12,500 to 17,500 per flight hour. The band is drawn from published market rate guides and gives estimates, not quotes. With less range and a shorter cabin than the Global 6500 or the flagships, a Global 5500 often prices in the lower half of that band, but age, interior and positioning matter more than the model name.
What moves a real quote:
- Positioning. A one-way trip usually pays for part of the empty return. Our model applies a 1.6 positioning factor to one-way estimates, which is why aircraft already near you and round trips often look better value.
- Crew. The longest legs may need an augmented crew; overnights add hotels.
- Airport, handling and navigation charges, which vary by country.
- Catering, connectivity and winter de-icing, charged at cost.
- Waiting days if the aircraft stays with you between legs.
Our private jet cost guide explains each driver. For real numbers, request a Global 5500 quote from JetPriceCheck and we will compare what licensed operators can offer.
Empty legs
Long-range Globals often reposition between North America, Europe and the Gulf. If you can travel on the aircraft's schedule, an empty leg can cut the cost of a long sector considerably. See our empty-leg flights page.
Global 5500 versus other long-range jets
The table uses the specifications in our records.
| Aircraft | Range | Typical passengers | Cabin width / length | How it compares with a Global 5500 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global 6500 | 6,600 nm | 13–15 | 7.9 / 43.3 ft | Same width and seating; longer cabin and 700 nm more range; usually a higher rate. |
| Falcon 7X | 5,950 nm | 12–14 | 7.7 / 39.1 ft | Near-identical range; slightly narrower and shorter; out of production. |
| Falcon 8X | 6,450 nm | 12–14 | 7.7 / 42.7 ft | More range and a longer, narrower cabin; three engines. |
| Gulfstream G600 | 6,600 nm | 14–16 | 7.6 / 45.2 ft | Longer and narrower cabin, more range. |
| Gulfstream G550 | 6,750 nm | 14–16 | 7.3 / 43.9 ft | Older and narrower; more range; out of production. |
| Gulfstream G650 | 7,000 nm | 14–16 | 8.2 / 46.8 ft | Wider, longer and much more range; a flagship rate. |
The whole class is on our ultra-long-range jet page, and our aircraft guide and private jet sizes guide compare every category.
Global 5500 or Falcon 7X?
These two have almost the same published range in our records. The Global is wider and slightly longer inside and is still in production; the Falcon 7X is often available at a keen rate and has strong airport-access credentials. If your group is large or values width, lean to the Global; if price or a demanding airport matters most, price both.
Who a Global 5500 charter suits
- Groups of eight to twelve on long trips who value a wide, open cabin.
- Transatlantic and Europe–Gulf travellers who want nonstop reach without paying for the longest-range aircraft.
- Corporate teams who work in flight and want space around the conference table.
- Families on long holidays, where a wide aisle and a divan make a difference for children.
It is less suited to the handful of very long pairs beyond its range and to short hops, where a smaller jet costs less.
Planning a long Global 5500 trip
- Departure time. Eastbound overnights let passengers sleep; westbound daytime flights keep jet lag down.
- Winds and direction. Westbound headwinds, strongest in winter, eat into range. On long pairs we ask the operator about both directions.
- Crew duty. The operator decides whether an augmented crew is needed under its approved flight-time limitations.
- Customs. Your first landing in a new country must be at an airport with border services; the operator files advance passenger data for international arrivals.
- Airports. Our directory of private jet routes lists the airports we use on each corridor.
- Emissions reporting. If your company tracks travel emissions, our private jet emissions guide explains what operators can provide.
How we source a Global 5500
The Global 5500 fleet is young, but interiors, equipment and operators differ. Before we present an aircraft, we check:
- Operator and certificate. The aircraft must be operated commercially under a valid air operator certificate.
- Layout and berths. We confirm whether the aft zone is a private stateroom or a lounge, and how many passengers can sleep flat on a night flight.
- Seats and finishes. Not every aircraft has the latest seats, and fit-outs vary between operators, so we ask for current cabin photos.
- Connectivity. Ask which system is fitted and whether it covers your route over oceans and remote regions.
- Airport approvals for each destination on the itinerary, including mountain or island airports.
- Base and positioning. An aircraft already near your departure airport usually saves more than any negotiation on the hourly rate.
- Alternatives. If your group can accept a Global 6500, Falcon 7X or Gulfstream G600, we ask for those too and set the options side by side.
Frequently asked questions about the Bombardier Global 5500
What is the range of a Global 5500?
Bombardier publishes about 5,900 nm. On our practical screen it flies 103 of the 104 corridors we list nonstop, including London to Los Angeles. New York to Dubai needs a fuel stop.
How many passengers does a Global 5500 carry?
Typically 13 to 15 in our data, with 16 certified. Fewer can sleep flat on an overnight flight; we confirm berths on each aircraft.
What is the difference between the Global 5500 and the Global 6500?
They share the same cabin width and height. The 6500 is about 2.5 ft longer inside and has about 700 nm more published range in our records.
How much does it cost to charter a Global 5500?
Our pricing model uses USD 12,500 to 17,500 per flight hour for ultra-long-range jets as an estimate, based on published market rates. Real quotes add positioning, crew, fees and extras.
Can a Global 5500 fly New York to Dubai nonstop?
Not on our screen. At about 5,950 nm great circle plus a routing allowance, the trip exceeds the published range, so the operator would plan a short fuel stop, usually in Europe. For a nonstop, compare the Global 7500, Global 8000 or Gulfstream G700.
Is the Global 5500 still in production?
Yes. Our record lists it as in production.
The Global 5500 gives you a wide, modern cabin and long-range reach without paying for the very largest jets. Tell us your route, your group and your dates, and we will return with specific aircraft and firm operator quotes.