The Boeing 747-8F is the largest Boeing freighter booked for Puerto Rico through San Juan (SJU), carrying the most payload in the fleet up to 4,390 nautical miles. It fits SJU to mainland US, Europe, or Asia on the biggest and heaviest cargo moves. The stretched, modern jumbo freighter.
Boeing introduced the 747-8F in 2011 as a longer, re-engined jumbo with more volume than the 747-400F, cruising near Mach 0.85 up to about 43,100 feet. It keeps the nose-loading capability.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Cargo Aircraft
- Manufacturer: Boeing Commercial Airplanes
- Year introduced: 2011
- Seating: Crew only (cargo)
- Crew: 2
- Range: 4,390 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.85 (~490 kt)
- Service ceiling: 43,100 feet
- Length: 250.2 feet
- Wingspan: 224.7 feet
- Height: 63.6 feet
- Baggage volume: 21,980 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Crew only
Why the Boeing 747-8F Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the 747-8F fits the very largest cargo: San Juan to global hubs with maximum payload and outsize items. It carries more than any other freighter in a single lift.
For the heaviest scheduled or charter freight out of SJU, the 747-8F sits at the top of the line.
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 Boeing 747-8F run $20,000 to $26,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Cargo Aircrafts Available
- ATR 72F
- Antonov An-124 Ruslan
- Boeing 737-400 Freighter
- Boeing 737-800BCF
- Boeing 747-400F
- Boeing 757 Freighter
Contact
For a quote on a Boeing 747-8F 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.