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Cessna Citation X Private Jet Charter

The fastest civilian aircraft ever built — speed as the entire point

From

€7,500/hour

Quick Specifications

Amenities

Passengers
9-10
Crew
2
Range
5,852 km
Max Speed
1117 km/h
Max Altitude
45,000 ft
Cabin Length
8.99 m
Baggage
3.5 m³
  • WiFi
  • Lavatory
  • Galley
  • Entertainment
Sophie Marchant

Written by Sophie Marchant · Senior Business Aviation Editor · 9+ years aviation experience

Reviewed by Thomas Werner · Aviation Operations Reviewer

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About the Cessna Citation X

Most business jets optimise for range, or cabin, or cost. The Citation X optimised for one thing almost to the exclusion of everything else: speed. Introduced in 1996 and progressively refined, the Citation X family has held the title of the fastest civilian aircraft in production, cruising near Mach 0.93 — a velocity that turns the clock, not just the map, into the product you are buying.

The arithmetic is the sell. At up to 1,117 km/h, the Citation X compresses a transcontinental day into something materially shorter: a London–Dubai, a coast-to-coast in the United States, a Moscow–Lisbon flown faster than anything else short of a flagship costing twice as much. With 5,852 km of range and seats for up to ten, it does this without the fuel-stop penalty that erases the time advantage on slower aircraft.

At around €8,000 per flight hour, the Citation X charges super-midsize money for a capability nothing else in the band offers. For clients whose constraint is the calendar rather than the budget — who need to be somewhere distant and back before the speed advantage of a slower jet would even have them landing — the Citation X remains a singular answer.

Performance Excellence

Ten seats, 5,852 km of range, and a 1,117 km/h cruise that has kept the Citation X family at the top of the civilian speed charts for a generation. Two Rolls-Royce AE3007C engines — derived from a regional-airliner powerplant — deliver the thrust behind the velocity, while a highly swept wing lets the aircraft cruise efficiently at speeds that would penalise a conventional design. Service ceilings above FL450 keep it over weather and traffic, contributing to both ride quality and the unobstructed high-speed cruise that defines the type. At roughly €8,000 per hour, the Citation X asks super-midsize pricing for a single, uncompromising specification — time — that no other aircraft in its price band can match.

Cabin Comfort

Speed is the headline, but the Citation X cabin was engineered to make the velocity comfortable rather than merely fast. The stand-up, flat-floor super-midsize interior seats up to ten in a double-club arrangement, and the airframe's high cruise altitude — it climbs above almost all traffic and weather — means the ride at Mach 0.9-plus is typically smoother than slower jets bouncing through the lower flight levels.

The interior treatment is business-focused: substantial seats that recline and swivel, tables sized for laptops and documents, a forward refreshment galley and a private aft lavatory. Large windows and controlled noise levels keep the cabin civilised across the long, fast legs the type was built to fly. What passengers tend to remember is not a specific cabin feature but the arithmetic of arrival — landing meaningfully earlier than the same trip on anything else in the class, with hours of the day still usable. The Citation X cabin is comfortable precisely so that the speed never has to be apologised for.

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 X?

  • Efficiency: Optimized fuel consumption at — liters per hour
  • Reliability: Powered by proven jet engines
  • Flexibility: Access to major airports worldwide
  • Comfort: Pressurization altitude of 0 ft for a more comfortable cabin environment

Whether you're traveling for business or leisure, the Citation X delivers an exceptional private aviation experience.

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Technical Data

Citation X Specifications

Complete technical specifications for the Cessna Citation X.

Performance

Range
5,852 km(3,160 nm)
Cruise Speed
1,117 km/h(603 kts)
Max Altitude
45,000 ft
Takeoff Distance
1,609 m
Landing Distance
1,430 m

Cabin

Cabin Length
8.99 m(29.5 ft)
Cabin Width
1.68 m(5.5 ft)
Cabin Height
1.73 m(5.7 ft)
Cabin Volume
15.6 m³

Capacity

Max Passengers
10
Typical Configuration
9 passengers
Crew Required
2
Baggage Volume
3.5 m³
Baggage Weight
454 kg
Year Introduced
1996

Specifications shown are typical values and may vary by aircraft configuration and serial number. Contact us for specifications of specific available aircraft.

Charter Pricing

Citation X Charter Costs

Estimated charter prices for the Citation X. Final pricing depends on availability, routing, and additional services.

Hourly Rate

€7,500/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 X

RouteDistanceFlight TimeEst. Price
ParisNice
695 km1h 20min€16,000View Route →
MilanLondon
975 km1h 44min€16,000View Route →
BrusselsMykonos
2,224 km3h 31min€28,100View Route →
BaliHong Kong
3,456 km5h 16min€42,100View Route →
DelhiSingapore
4,142 km6h 15min€50,000View Route →
AccraLondon
5,145 km7h 41min€61,500View Route →

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Sustainability

Emissions per mission for the Citation X

Indicative CO₂ per typical mission distance for the Citation X, 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 kmFlight time:16minCO₂:

930 kg

SAF offset cost:€3,720
European medium (1,500 km)Distance:1,500 kmFlight time:1h 21minCO₂:

4,650 kg

SAF offset cost:€18,600
Transatlantic (5,500 km)Distance:5,500 kmFlight time:4h 55minCO₂:

17,050 kg

SAF offset cost:€68,200

Emissions estimated using EBAA/EUROCONTROL business-aviation factors. SAF offset priced at €4/kg CO₂ — current market midpoint.

Indicative — cruise altitude

Questions & Answers

Citation X FAQ

Frequently asked questions about chartering the Cessna Citation X.

How much does it cost to charter the Citation X?

Indicative charter rates for the Citation X generally range from EUR 7200 to EUR 8800 per flight hour. The total quote also depends on positioning, minimum daily charges, airport fees, season and availability.

How many passengers can the Citation X carry?

The Citation X typically seats 9 passengers comfortably, with a maximum capacity of up to 10 depending on the cabin layout. Luggage volume should be checked at the same time.

What is the real-world range of the Citation X?

The published indicative range is approximately 5852 km (3160 nm). Actual usable range varies with payload, winds, temperature, routing, airport conditions and regulatory reserves.

Does the Citation X have an enclosed lavatory?

Typical charter configurations of the Citation X generally include an enclosed lavatory. The exact cabin layout should still be confirmed on the aircraft offered.

What missions is the Citation X best suited for?

The Citation X suits longer European sectors and many Middle East or African missions, subject to payload and operating conditions.

How do I book a Citation X with Flyius?

Send your route, dates, passenger count and luggage requirements. Flyius compares aircraft that are actually available and may recommend the Citation X or a more suitable alternative for price, comfort or range.

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Compare the Citation X with similar private jets in the Super Midsize Jet category.

Citation XChallenger 300Challenger 350Challenger 3500
Max Passengers10101010
Range5,852 km5,741 km5,926 km5,741 km
Cruise Speed1,117 km/h1,002 km/h870 km/h982 km/h
Cabin Height1.73 m1.85 m1.85 m1.85 m
Hourly Rate€7,500/hour€7,800/hour€8,200/hour€8,600/hour