Fantastic Details About The 20 Most Expensive Private Jets In The World
Compared to commercial planes, a private jet has several significant advantages. Privacy, efficiency, luxury, security, and flexibility are all features they provide.
Owning a private aircraft, which is ideal for traveling around in style and comfort, may appear to be the realm of the affluent, and one could argue that it is, given the costs at which they are purchased.
So today, we will be looking at some private jets, considered to be the most expensive in the world. Here’s a list of the top 20:
- The Embraer EMB 190 BJ
Price: $41 Million
First introduced in 2006, the Embraer EMB 190 BJ came with a hefty price tag.
However, all the luxurious fixtures and fittings are in place, including separate bedrooms, bathrooms, and a walk-in cargo area.
Aside from this, the Embraer EMB 190 BJ has extra fuel tanks to fly a long distance without a refuel.
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- Gulfstream G500
Price: $44 Million
The Gulfstream G500 fixture includes bespoke cabins, which come with customized tailored seats to match the customer’s taste.
So it’s no surprise this private jet is sold for $44 million, as it also features a fully-equipped internet service for conference calls or browsing the web while on board.
- Bombardier BD 700 Global Express
Price: $47 Million
If you are looking to splash the cash, you might consider the Bombardier BD 700 Global Express.
Dubbed as one of the most expensive private jets globally, it has a gallery, dining room, conference area, a large bathroom, and a stateroom.
Sold for $47 million, this private jet can also travel long distances without refueling.
- Embraer Lineage 1000E
Price: $53 Million
Based on the popular Embraer E190 regional airliner design, the Lineage 1000E goes for the whopping sum of $53 million.
However, this private jet can be configured to include a master bedroom and a walk-in shower, and the interior can also be customized based on the customer’s desire.
- Gulfstream G650ER
Price: $66.5 Million
The Gulfstream G650ER is all about luxury, with a price tag of $66.5 million. However, this jet comes with some fantastic features.
An app can control the entire cabin system, and its interior is made of leather, elegant wooden veneer, and handcrafted stonework.
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- Bombardier Global 7000
Price: $73 Million
The Global 7000, with an 8,500-mile range, can travel non-stop from New York to Sydney, Australia, on just one tank.
Although it is the ultimate long-distance private jet, aside from this feature, the $73 million private jets come with a fully equipped dining room, multi-media entertainment theatre, and a private bedroom.
- Boeing Business Jet 2
Price: $75 Million
Currently owned by India’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani, the Boeing Business Jet 2 has an impressive cost of $75 million.
This jet features its executive lounge and private suite, plus it is said to have approximately 1000 square feet of space.
- Boeing 737
Price: $80 Million
After adding some interior modifications, the Boeing 737 skyrocketed from $57 million to $80 million.
This private jet can hold 19 passengers at a time and comes with features like a bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and conference room that has computer connectivity and a high-definition video system with surround sound.
- Airbus ACJ 319 Neo
Price: $100 Million
Next on the list is Airbus ACJ 319 Neo, which can cover a 7,800-mile range.
Its interior can also be customized to the customer’s taste, and it features the latest technology and gadgets.
- Boeing 757
Price: $100 Million
Owned by the former American president, Donald Trump, the Boeing 757 is one of the most famous private jets in the world.
This jet can carry up to 43 passengers. Its fixtures and fittings are made from solid gold.
The 757 also comes with a 52-inch cinema system for inflight entertainment.
- Gulfstream III
Price: $125 Million
The Gulfstream III is currently owned by American producer, actor, and director, Tyler Perry, next on the list.
Its features include a 42-inch HD LCD screen, multiple Blu-ray players, a satellite TV, and a fully operational theatre.
Although the Gulfstream III has been customized a lot over the years, it can carry 14 passengers.
- Boeing 747-81 VIP
Price: $153 Million
You should know the Boeing 747-81 isn’t an ordinary jet from the VIP added in its name.
It is currently owned by Hong Kong real estate tycoon Joesph Lau, the 747-81 features all the latest technology and gadgets.
Its other features are beautiful vaulted ceilings, spiral staircases, and the most opulent furniture.
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- Boeing 767-33A (ER)
Price: $120-170 Million
Nicknamed “The Bandit,” the Boeing 767-33A’s (ER) is currently owned by Roman Abramovich.
Its interior is decorated in gold and finished off with solid chestnut furniture.
After buying it from Boeing, the billionaire customized it to his taste, increasing its worth.
- Boeing 787-8 BBJ
Price:$224 Million
Next on the list is the Boeing 787-8 BBJ, which is the 7th most expensive private jet globally.
It can accommodate 39 guests and has an impressive master suite, a walk-in wardrobe, a double shower, and heated marble floors.
The Boeing Business Jet has approximately 2,400 square feet of room to enjoy.
- Boeing 747-430
Price: $233 Million
Another Boeing 747 on the list worth millions of dollars is the 430, which the Sultan of Brunei currently owns.
After pursuing the jet for $100 million, the Sultan spent $100 million renovating its interior.
Now covered in solid gold, from the living room through to the bedrooms and bathrooms, even the washbasins, the Boeing 747-430 is worth $233 Million.
Most Expensive Private Jets
- Airbus A340-300 – Price: $350-500 Million
We are in the top five, taking the fifth spot is Airbus A340-300, known as the largest plane in Russia and owned by a Russian billionaire, Alisher Ashmanov.
After being purchased for $238 million, Airbus was renovated, including luxury finishings and adding the latest technology and gadgets, so the current price.
- Boeing 747-8 Intercontinental BBJ
Price: $403 Million
The 747-8 Intercontinental BBJ comes with approximately 4,800 square feet of room.
It isn’t the only reason for its high price, as the jet’s other feature includes bedrooms, a fully equipped office, bathrooms, and a dining room that converts into a corporate boardroom.
- Airbus A380 Custom
Price: $500 Million
The Airbus A380 Custom is a true definition of luxury and elegance at half a billion dollars.
Currently owned by Prince Al-Waleed bin Talal, the private jet has its prayer rooms, concert hall, Turkish baths, and a garage to accommodate a Rolls-Royce or two, so you understand the reason for its $500 million price tag.
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- Boeing 747 refit
Price: $617 Million
Owned by an anonymous billionaire, the Boeing 747 refit is the second most expensive private jet globally.
The 747 refits are said to have been seriously upgraded and remodeled; it has multiple bedrooms, lounges, and bathrooms, plus its very own onboard restaurant. It is no doubt luxury at its peak.
- Air Force One
Price: $660 million
At number one, we have America’s own Air Force One, which currently stands as the most expensive private jet globally.
The Air Force One is a triple-decker, 4,000 square foot behemoth owned and operated by the American government.
It can accommodate 100 passengers and 26 crew members, its flies at a speed of 650 miles per hour.
This private jet features its hospital and operating theatre. It is designed to withstand meteor strikes, earthquakes, and nuclear war and is fully equipped with the most sophisticated technology.
In addition to all this, Air Force One has a mid-air refueling ability.
