The Most Expensive Private Jets In The World 2024
The most costly private jets come with an eye-watering price tag, yet boast some of the finest amenities to ensure a relaxing journey.
An unknown business tycoon spent approximately $53 million to transform an aircraft into his personal residence in the skies, complete with master suite, dining rooms and lounge areas.
1. Airbus A380
Airbus A380s are among the world's largest commercial jets, so only those with enough funds can purchase one privately for personal use. Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal spent over $300 million customizing his superjumbo as his "Flying Palace", complete with concert hall, Turkish bath and prayer room that rotates to face Mecca from any direction.
At that time, Airbus intended to sell more A380s for private use; however, more efficient and cost-effective wide-body passenger jets took over. Alisher Usmanov spent over $350 million purchasing his luxurious aircraft featuring stateroom, dining rooms, lounges, an office zone as well as stateroom seating. Tyler Perry owned an A380 as well and used its extra living space capabilities.
2. Boeing 747-8 VIP
Alisher Usmanov of Russia owns one of the second most costly private jets. His Airbus A340-300 long-range wide-body airliner costs $400 million outright from factory with additional luxury decor costs estimated at an additional $170 million - it's widely considered to be the largest and most luxurious plane on the Russian market, rivalling even President Vladimir Putin's personal plane for size!
Roman Abramovich of Russia owns an expensive Boeing 767-33A ER worth 170 million USD known as "The Flying Mansion," featuring seating and facilities large enough to seat 30 guests, as well as an anti-missile system similar to Air Force One and decorated with gold plating throughout and decorated with decorations to accommodate Chelsea FC football players in its dining area. Additionally, its anti-missile system and anti-missile capabilities rival that of Air Force One. It even comes complete with gold plating for decoration purposes - making this investment worth 170 million USD worth considering! Roman Abramovich made our list with his ownership of Boeing 767-33A ER worth 170 Million USD! Dubbed the "Flying Mansion", due its ample seating and facilities including dining space capable of hosting Chelsea FC's entirety; equipped with gold plating throughout and decorations throughout it makes an imposing presence!
3. Airbus A340-300
The Airbus A340-300 private jet can turn any trip into an extravagant vacation experience. First off, this plane can accommodate up to 40 people comfortably on its spacious 2400 square-foot surface area - not to mention boasting a master bedroom that would rival many five-star hotels!
The Sultan of Brunei recently made a $100 million investment into this private jet, spending another 100 million customizing it and adding gold-plated toilets and a restaurant to make an ultraluxurious travel machine.
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4. Gulfstream G200 Galaxy
As its name implies, this Gulfstream jet stands alone in its class. Formerly known as Astra SPX, this super-long range aircraft was manufactured between 1999 and 2012. After Gulfstream purchased it in 2002 and implemented quality improvements and an excellent manufacturing process, this super-long range aircraft became one of the best private jets available on the market today.
This massive jet has more floor space than your average home and can hold up to 40 passengers simultaneously. Furthermore, its kitchen can produce 250 meals and it boasts the ability to travel greater distances than any other private jet in its class.
At an estimated starting cost of $101.5 million, this luxuriously large Airbus is not an inexpensive purchase - its custom interiors alone justify this expense. As such, many celebrities such as Oprah Winfrey and Richard Branson own this aircraft model (Dassault Falcon 650EX's). However, if you don’t want to to purchase one, empty leg flights become way more cheaper than renting a two-way private jet, making it much more accessible to regular travelers.
