Which Is The Fastest Plane In the World In 2025? Know The Top 10

By Ridam Sharma
Tue, 27 May 2025 05:56 PM (IST)

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Top 10 Fastest Planes In The World: We are living in a modern era, where speed is referred to as progress. Everyone wants the fastest running car or the fastest computer. The term fastest remains fascinating for humans across the globe. As per as the fastest plane is concerned, it has captivated engineers, travellers, and aircraft enthusiasts for ages now. From supersonic business jets to commercial giants and even space tourism aircraft, the fastest planes in 2025 highlight the capabilities of aerospace engineering. To know more, here’s a list of the top 10 fastest planes in the world, according to the BBC Science Focus.

List Of The Top 10 Fastest Planes In The World 2025:

Rank	Aircraft Name	Top Speed (km/h)	Top Speed (mph)	Type
1	SpaceShipTwo 'Unity'	3,704	2,302	Spaceplane
2	Bombardier Global 8000	1,160	721	Business Jet
3	Cessna Citation X+	1,155	717	Business Jet
4	Gulfstream G700	1,142	709	Business Jet
5	Boeing 747-8i	1,136	706	Commercial Jet
6	Boeing 787 Dreamliner	1,111	690	Commercial Jet
7	Dassault Falcon 7X	1,111	690	Business Jet
8	Airbus A380	1,098	683	Commercial Jet
9	Boeing 777	1,098	683	Commercial Jet
10	Boeing 747-400	1,056	656	Commercial Jet

1. SpaceShipTwo 'Unity'

Speed: 3,704 km/h (2,302 mph)

Virgin Galactic's SpaceShipTwo Unity is the sole passenger spaceplane and flies upto Mach 3 and provides suborbital space tourism. It's launched from a carrier plane and cruises to altitudes close to 90km and gives passengers a sense of weightlessness and a glimpse of Earth's curvature.

2. Bombardier Global 8000

Speed: 1,160 km/h (721 mph)

Bombardier Global 8000 is the fastest business aircraft, which came to service in 2025. The luxury plain flies at a range of 14,000 km. It's for executives that have to travel across continents at close to the speed of sound.

3. Cessna Citation X+

Speed: 1,155 km/h (717 mph)

Cessna Citation X+ is famous for its comfort and speed. This plane is a favourite among private jet customers. Although production stopped in 2018, but its outshinning performance keeps it relevant in 2025.

4. Gulfstream G700

Speed: 1,142 km/h (709 mph)

The Gulfstream G700 is the epitome of luxury and altitude, with much of the commercial traffic and weather flying below it, it becomes a favourite among the rich people for its speed and comfort.

5. Boeing 747- 8i

Speed: 1,136 km/h (706 mph)

The newest and speediest is the inspiration of the legendary 747, the Boeing 747-8i will also be the next generation Air Force One. It has both high speed and the ability to carry almost 500 passengers.

6. Boeing 787 Dreamliner

Speed: 1,111 km/h (690 mph)

Boeing 787 Dreamliner is universally recognised as the most fuel-efficient and comfortable for passengers. It is a favourite among travellers across the globe, with over 1,000 in operation.

7. Dassault Falcon 7X

Speed: 1,111 km/h (690 mph)

This innovative trijet provides a combination of speed, fuel efficiency, and luxury. Dassault Falcon 7X’s three engines allow it to be more fuel-efficient and slightly smoother to ride.

8. Airbus A380

Speed: 1,098 km/h (683 mph)

The Airbus A380 is the largest passenger aircraft in the world. It can carry more than 800 passengers. Its highlights are its double-decker structure and speed, however, its manufacturing has now stopped.

9. Boeing 777

Speed: 1,098 km/h (683 mph)

A sky workhorse, the Boeing 777 is popular for its capacity, reliability, and speed. It has been flying for nearly three decades for airlines worldwide.

10. Boeing 747-400

Speed: 1,056 km/h (656 mph)

Boeing 747-400 was used to known as the queen of the skies, today unfortunately it is vanishing, but it is still a symbol of high-speed and long-range travel.