The second long-range model, the 777-200LR, rolled out on February 15, 2005, and completed its first flight on March 8, 2005. The -200LR was certified by both the FAA and EASA on February 2, 2006, and the first delivery to Pakistan International Airlines occurred on February 26, 2006.

The Boeing 777-200LR, known as the "Worldliner" for its incredible range, is a design that first took to the skies nearly two decades ago. The first 777-200LR performed its maiden flight on March 8, 2005. It entered commercial service with Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) in early 2006. This variant was designed to be the longest-range commercial aircraft in the world at the time, capable of connecting almost any two cities on Earth. To demonstrate this, it set a world record in 2005 by flying from Hong Kong to London "the long way" (eastbound) for over 22 hours without stopping. While the aircraft type itself is about 20 years old, the individual planes currently in fleets—like those operated by Emirates or Ethiopian Airlines—vary in age, with many having been manufactured throughout the late 2000s and early 2010s. Despite its age, it remains a vital "niche" aircraft for ultra-long-haul routes where passenger demand is moderate but the distance is extreme, though it is gradually being phased out in favor of more fuel-efficient models like the Airbus A350-1000 and the upcoming Boeing 777X.