How much is the most expensive plane in the world?

Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit – $2.1bn B-2's original unit cost was $737m, making it the most expensive aircraft ever built. However, due to retrofitting and adjustments in 1997, its overall cost now stands at $2.1bn.



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Saudi Prince Alwaleed bin Talal's Airbus A380 – 502 million USD. The world's most expensive private jet belongs to Prince Alwaleed bin Talal of Saudi Arabia who owns an Airbus A380 with a price tag of over 500 million USD.

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Bombardier Challenger 350 Bill Gates owns four private jets as well as a Cessna 208 Seaplane and a Eurocopter EC 135 helicopter. His private jet collection is made up of two Gulfstream G650ER's and two Bombardier Challenger 350s.

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It all starts with purchasing an airplane, which, depending on its size and configuration, may cost anywhere from $3 million to upwards of $90 million. Our estimates find that annual operating costs—including repairs, gasoline, and pilot salaries—could reach $1 million.

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Here's the full list of the 15 most expensive private jets owned by the rich and famous:
  • Alisher Umanov: Airbus A340-300, $400 million.
  • Joseph Lau: Boeing 747-8 VIP, $367 million.
  • Sultan of Brunei: Boeing 747-430, $230 million.
  • Roman Abramovich: Boeing 757, $170 million.
  • Kim Kardashian: Gulfstream G650ER, $150 million.


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Anyone with sufficient funds may buy an aircraft. There are no laws restricting vehicle ownership, including aircraft. You can even buy military aircraft as long as it was decommissioned and legally sold by the government. (Weapon systems and classified equipment are, of course, removed before sale.)

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Ultralight aircrafts are the most inexpensive option. These are single-seat, single-engine planes that are ideal for personal recreation. An ultralight aircraft can usually be purchased new for an average range of $8000 to $15,000. Single-engine planes will typically cost between $15,000 and $100,000.

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Mark Zuckerberg does indeed own a private jet. The billionaire entrepreneur purchased a Gulfstream G650ER, one of the most advanced and luxurious private jets available on the market. This ultra-long-range aircraft can fly non-stop for over 7,500 nautical miles, making it ideal for long-haul flights.

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He's been expanding his collectibles; Musk owns four jets and recently dropped $78 million on a Gulfstream G700, intended to replace his Gulfstream G650ER.

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