The Gulfstream G550 remains a Puerto Rico workhorse for long-haul trips from San Juan (SJU), seating 14 to 16 with 6,750 nautical miles of proven range. It links SJU to Europe, the US West Coast, or southern South America nonstop, from a deep operator pool that keeps availability strong. A long-range type, so it flies SJU rather than Isla Grande.
Gulfstream Aerospace launched the G550 lineage in 1997 as the GV, and it became the reference large-cabin jet for two decades. Mach 0.80 cruise, a 51,000-foot ceiling, and a cabin that set the standard the newer G500 and G600 were built to beat.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Long Range Jet
- Manufacturer: Gulfstream Aerospace
- Year introduced: 1997
- Seating: 14 to 16
- Crew: 2
- Range: 6,750 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.80 (~459 kt)
- Service ceiling: 51,000 feet
- Length: 96.4 feet
- Wingspan: 93.5 feet
- Height: 25.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 226 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Gulfstream G550 Fits Puerto Rico
The G550 is often the value pick for Puerto Rico long-haul: it reaches the same European and West Coast destinations as the newer Gulfstreams, from a larger and more available fleet. San Juan to London or Los Angeles sits well inside its range.
When schedule certainty and a broad operator choice matter more than the newest cabin, the G550 covers the mission out of SJU without the flagship hourly rate.
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Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates; reports may be provided on request.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Gulfstream G550 run $11,000 to $14,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Long Range Jets Available
- Bombardier Global 6500
- Bombardier Global 7500
- Bombardier Global 8000
- Dassault Falcon 6X
- Dassault Falcon 8x
- Embraer Lineage 1000
Contact
For a quote on a Gulfstream G550 charter in or out of Puerto Rico, call +1-888-987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.