The Boeing 787-9 (VIP) is the widebody flagship for Puerto Rico’s largest long-haul groups from San Juan (SJU), seating 40 to 80 with 7,565 nautical miles of range. It flies SJU to Europe, Asia, or anywhere in the Americas nonstop in a full VIP configuration. A private Dreamliner.
Boeing built the 787-9 from 2014, and VIP conversions turn the long-range widebody into a flying residence. It cruises near Mach 0.85 at up to 43,000 feet with a low cabin altitude and high humidity for long-flight comfort.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: VIP Airliner
- Manufacturer: Boeing
- Year introduced: 2014
- Seating: 40 to 80
- Crew: 2
- Range: 7,565 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: Mach 0.85 (~488 kt)
- Service ceiling: 43,000 feet
- Length: 206.1 feet
- Wingspan: 197 feet
- Height: 55.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 5,452 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Multiple lavatories
Why the Boeing 787-9 (VIP) Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the 787-9 VIP fits the head-of-state, corporate, or large private group needing intercontinental range with airliner space: San Juan to any global capital nonstop. It is the largest and longest-range option in the VIP line.
For the biggest long-haul missions out of SJU, nothing in the fleet matches its combination of cabin volume and range.
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 787-9 (VIP) run $35,000 to $45,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
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Contact
For a quote on a Boeing 787-9 (VIP) 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.