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Cessna Citation II Private Jet Charter
The best-selling light jet of its era: Cessna stretched the original Citation, added windows and seats, and built a jet that filled the world's general-aviation ramps.
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€3,500/hour
Quick Specifications
Amenities
- Passengers
- 6-7
- Crew
- 2
- Range
- 2,000 km
- Max Speed
- 796 km/h
- Max Altitude
- 45,000 ft
- Cabin Length
- 4.93 m
- Baggage
- 0.8 m³
- WiFi
- Lavatory
- Galley
- Entertainment

Written by Sophie Marchant · Senior Business Aviation Editor · 9+ years aviation experience
Reviewed by Thomas Werner · Aviation Operations Reviewer
Last updated
About the Cessna Citation II
The Citation II was Cessna's masterstroke of incremental engineering. Taking the original Citation I, the company stretched the fuselage, added two cabin windows per side, fitted more powerful engines and extended the wing — turning a compact entry jet into a roomier, longer-legged one without starting from scratch. The result outsold everything in its class: the Citation II became one of the most-produced business jets in history, and for years it was simply the default light jet, the aircraft a company bought when it bought its first jet. Range reached 2,000 km at 796 km/h. It carries 6 passengers (up to 7), with around 15 in European charter. The II is the volume Citation — the one that put thousands of companies into the air.
Performance Excellence
Flown by one or two crew, the Citation II covers 2,000 km / 1,080 nm at up to 796 km/h (430 ktas) on Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-4 turbofans — the stretched, more powerful development of the original Citation. Around 15 examples serve European charter at roughly €3,500 per hour. Its case is proven ubiquity: one of the best-selling business jets ever made, abundant, well-understood and inexpensive to operate, with the roomier stretched cabin that made it the default first jet for a generation of operators.
Cabin Comfort
The Citation II's cabin earns its character from the stretch that created it: at 4.93 m long, 1.49 m wide and 1.44 m tall, it is meaningfully roomier than the Citation I it grew from, and the two extra windows Cessna added per side are its most visible signature — they flood the cabin with daylight and make a compact light-jet interior feel notably more open. Six passengers in a club-four and pair benefit from the additional length in legroom and the brighter, airier feel the extra glass brings. It is a cabin defined by what the stretch added: more room, more light, more of everything that makes a small jet pleasant, achieved by lengthening a proven design rather than reinventing it.
High-speed WiFi keeps you connected throughout your flight, allowing you to work or stay in touch. A full galley enables fresh catering service during your journey. A private lavatory ensures comfort on longer flights.
Why Choose the Citation II?
- Efficiency: Optimized fuel consumption at — liters per hour
- Reliability: Powered by proven jet engines
- Flexibility: Access to smaller airports worldwide
- Comfort: Pressurization altitude of 0 ft for a more comfortable cabin environment
Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, the Citation II delivers an exceptional private aviation experience.
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Technical Data
Citation II Specifications
Complete technical specifications for the Cessna Citation II.
Performance
Cabin
Capacity
Specifications shown are typical values and may vary by aircraft configuration and serial number. Contact us for specifications of specific available aircraft.
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Charter Pricing
Citation II Charter Costs
Estimated charter prices for the Citation II. Final pricing depends on availability, routing, and additional services.
Hourly Rate
€3,500/hour
Typical hourly charter rate
Minimum Flight
2 hours
Minimum flight time required
Included in Price
- Aircraft & crew
- Fuel
- Landing fees
- Handling
- Catering (basic)
- Insurance
Popular Routes with Citation II
| Route | Distance | Flight Time | Est. Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
PalmaIbiza | 140 km | 32min | €7,000 | View Route → |
ParisGstaad | 453 km | 59min | €7,000 | View Route → |
ParisNice | 695 km | 1h 20min | €7,000 | View Route → |
MilanLondon | 975 km | 1h 44min | €7,000 | View Route → |
Luxembourg CityNaples | 1,158 km | 1h 59min | €7,000 | View Route → |
CopenhagenRome | 1,537 km | 2h 32min | €8,900 | View Route → |
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Get Your QuoteTop operators flying Citation II
These certified operators in our network fly the Citation II. Each is independently audited (ARGUS, Wyvern or IS-BAO) before any aircraft is quoted on Flyius.
Every operator listed holds a valid AOC, current insurance and a third-party safety audit. We refuse to broker flights on unvetted aircraft.
See all certified operatorsEmissions per mission for the Citation II
Indicative CO₂ per typical mission distance for the Citation II, with SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) offset cost at current market rates. Only missions within the aircraft's range are listed.
| Mission | Distance | Flight time | CO₂ | SAF offset cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short hop (300 km) | Distance:300 km | Flight time:23min | CO₂: 720 kg | SAF offset cost:€2,880 |
| European medium (1,500 km) | Distance:1,500 km | Flight time:1h 53min | CO₂: 3,600 kg | SAF offset cost:€14,400 |
Emissions estimated using EBAA/EUROCONTROL business-aviation factors. SAF offset priced at €4/kg CO₂ — current market midpoint.
Indicative — cruise altitudeQuestions & Answers
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Similar Aircraft
Compare the Citation II with similar private jets in the Light Jet category.
| Citation II | Beechjet 400 | Beechjet 400A | Citation 550 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max Passengers | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Range | 2,000 km | 3,000 km | 3,000 km | 1,481 km |
| Cruise Speed | 796 km/h | 950 km/h | 956 km/h | 759 km/h |
| Cabin Height | 1.44 m | 1.44 m | 1.44 m | 1.44 m |
| Hourly Rate | €3,500/hour | €3,800/hour | €4,000/hour | €3,500/hour |









