The Gulfstream IV is a proven long-cabin Puerto Rico heavy jet from San Juan (SJU), seating 14 to 16 with 4,220 nautical miles of range. It links SJU nonstop to the US West Coast or across South America in a full stand-up cabin. A large-cabin Gulfstream with a deep operator pool.
Gulfstream built the GIV family from 1987, and it became a widely operated long-range large-cabin jet, cruising near 459 knots at up to 45,000 feet. Availability and reliability keep it in service.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Heavy Jet
- Manufacturer: Gulfstream Aerospace
- Year introduced: 1987
- Seating: 14 to 16
- Crew: 2
- Range: 4,220 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 459 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 88.3 feet
- Wingspan: 77.8 feet
- Height: 24.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 169 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Gulfstream IV vs Falcon 900 Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the GIV fits the group that needs a large cabin plus genuine range: San Juan to California, the Northeast, or Buenos Aires nonstop. Its broad operator base keeps availability strong out of SJU.
For long-cabin trips from Puerto Rico at a value entry, the GIV covers the mission without a flagship rate.
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 IV vs Falcon 900 run $7,500 to $10,000 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Heavy Jets Available
- Bombardier Challenger 650
- Cessna Citation Hemisphere
- Challenger 600
- Challenger 601
- Challenger 604
- Challenger 605
Contact
For a quote on a Gulfstream IV vs Falcon 900 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.