While those of us on more modest budgets might have to settle for the worst seats on the plane when flying, wealthy travellers can upgrade to first class. However, for the ultra-rich, that still isn’t convenient enough. The wealthiest jetsetters travel by private jet, allowing them to head across the country or even cross continents without waiting for a scheduled flight. No other private jet can match the Gulfstream G800’s continent-crossing capability, traveling up to 8,200 nautical miles without needing to refuel. Certified in April 2025 as the longest-range private jet on the market, its range allows travel between New York and Tokyo in one hop.
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Gulfstream, with over 60 years of experience in making private jets, offers a variety of models in its lineup. The G800 is its top model for ultra-long-haul flying, while the related Gulfstream G700 provides a larger cabin at the expense of decreased range. Nevertheless, the G800’s cabin is spacious, accommodating up to 19 passengers or beds for up to 10, depending on its configuration.
The G800 has a luxurious cabin
The Gulfstream G800 not only transports VIPs across the globe at a moment’s notice but also ensures they arrive feeling refreshed. The cabin features sixteen extra-large windows that offer ample opportunities for sightseeing, much larger than those found in most other jets.
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Additionally, the G800 boasts the lowest cabin altitude on the market, maintaining an equivalent of 2,840 ft even at cruising altitude of 41,000 feet. For comparison, the Boeing 787 has a maximum cabin altitude of 6,000 feet, while some commercial aircraft reach 8,000 feet. Keeping the altitude low can significantly reduce the effects of jet lag, ensuring business travellers on the G800 feel less groggy compared to first-class passengers on the same route in commercial flights.
In addition to wide windows and a low cabin altitude, the G800 features advanced systems designed for traveler comfort. One such system is the air purification mechanism, designed to circulate fresh air throughout the cabin in less than three minutes. Moreover, the LED cabin lighting can be adjusted to align with a traveller’s circadian rhythms.
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Where can the Gulfstream G800 fly?
With its record-setting range of 8,200 nautical miles, the G800 brings much of the world within direct reach. As previously mentioned, it can fly directly between New York and Tokyo, and also from London to Perth, Australia. Passengers in Dubai can reach any continent, with North America, Australasia, Africa, and much of South America all accessible.
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The jet isn’t limited to the largest airports; it features a balanced field takeoff distance of 5,812 feet. This is roughly on par with the Dassault Falcon 8X, which only carries up to 16 passengers and can land at smaller airports like London City Airport. Thus, the G800 is a remarkably versatile option for those with the financial means to acquire it, although even among the ultra-wealthy, its base price of $72.5 million is not insignificant, with options available to further increase the cost.
