The Gulfstream III is one of the most recognizable names in business aviation, and it still flies Dallas charters carrying 14 to 19 passengers across 3,650 nautical miles. From DFW, the G3’s large cabin and full domestic reach make it a group-travel option for corporate parties that need the headcount of an airliner-size aircraft without the step up in pricing.
Gulfstream delivered the first Gulfstream III in 1979, adding winglets and extended range to the Gulfstream II airframe with Rolls-Royce Spey Mk 511-8 engines. Seats 14 to 19 depending on configuration. Range is 3,650 nautical miles. Many operating G3s have received avionics and interior refurbishments over the decades; the specific modification status varies by aircraft. This is a classic heavy jet that predates the G4 series. Full specifications for the Gulfstream III / G3 are published by Gulfstream Aerospace.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Heavy Jet
- Manufacturer: Gulfstream Aerospace
- Year introduced: 1980
- Seating: 14 to 19
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,650 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 442 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 83.1 feet
- Wingspan: 77.8 feet
- Height: 24.4 feet
- Baggage volume: 157 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Gulfstream III / G3 Fits Dallas
The Gulfstream III’s capacity is its primary argument for Dallas corporate and group charter. At 14 to 19 seats, it fills the gap between a standard heavy jet carrying 9 to 12 and a Part 121 regional airliner: a DFW company moving a full leadership team or hosting a client entertainment group can fill a G3 in a way that makes the per-seat economics work. Dallas to New York at roughly 1,500 nautical miles and Dallas to Los Angeles at about 1,200 nautical miles are both inside the 3,650-nautical-mile range.
Cowboys, Stars, and Mavericks staff and support groups have historically used large-cabin heavy jets like the G3 for domestic travel. The 14-to-19-seat range handles those loads on Dallas-to-Chicago, Dallas-to-New York, and similar routes without splitting into two smaller aircraft. The logistics savings on a team trip matter beyond the per-hour rate.
At 3,650 nautical miles, the G3 does not reach London from Dallas nonstop. For European corporate travel with a large group, that ceiling is the planning constraint, and it is a real one. The aircraft also carries vintage avionics on many examples; confirming the cockpit specification is part of the operator review process for any G3 trip.
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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 III / G3 run $7,000 to $9,000 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
At roughly $7,000 to $9,000 per hour, the Gulfstream III is one of the most cost-effective high-capacity options in the Dallas heavy-jet market. Divided across 14 to 19 seats, the per-person cost on a domestic leg often compares favorably with first-class commercial tickets.
Other Heavy Jets Available
- Bombardier Challenger 650
- Cessna Citation Hemisphere
- Challenger 600
- Challenger 601
- Challenger 604
- Challenger 605
The full heavy jets category page lists every heavy jet we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Gulfstream III / G3 charter from Dallas, TX, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit 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.