Bombardier Global 5500 vs Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Gulfstream G400 vs Gulfstream G650er

The Bombardier Global 5500 sits in the long-range, large-cabin business jet category, offering roughly 5,900 nautical miles of range and typically carrying about 12–16 passengers depending on layout. The Cessna Citation Sovereign+ is a super-midsize jet, optimized for shorter long trips and efficient operations, with about 3,200 nautical miles of range and generally seating around 8–12 passengers. The Gulfstream G400 is a large-cabin, long-range jet positioned below Gulfstream’s ultra-long-range flagships, providing approximately 4,200 nautical miles of range and commonly accommodating about 12–16 passengers. The Gulfstream G650ER is an ultra-long-range, large-cabin aircraft designed for the longest nonstop missions, with about 7,500 nautical miles of range and typical seating in the 14–19 passenger range. In practical terms, the Sovereign+ best fits transcontinental and regional missions with a smaller cabin, the G400 and Global 5500 target true intercontinental capability for mid-to-large groups, and the G650ER leads when maximum nonstop reach and space are the priority.