Cessna Citation III/VI/VII
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The fast lane over Europe
Geneva to Tenerife, Zurich to Cairo or Munich to Reykjavik are all one leg in the sleek, swept-wing Cessna Citation III, VI and VII (Model 650). They seat 7 to 9, cruise at about 840 km/h and fly up to about four and a half hours without a stop. Until the Citation X arrived, no Citation flew faster.
Who it suits
Our pick for four to six people on trips of two to four hours when getting there quickly matters most: it flies faster and further than a Citation XLS, with a cabin of the same size.
It does not suit full flights with a lot of luggage: for seven or more people with bags, a Citation Sovereign carries almost twice as much. For short runways, the XLS needs about 500 m less.
Which Citation
The Citation III came first and was delivered from 1983 to 1992. The VI, built from 1991 to 1995, shares its engines and performance. The VII followed from 1992 to 2000 with more powerful engines. Cessna built 360 across the three models.
The cabin is the same size in each, so for a charter the interior matters most. If you prefer a VII or a recently refurbished aircraft, tell us and we only quote those.
Cabin
The cabin is about 5.6 m long, 1.68 m wide and 1.73 m tall, so most people can stand up. Most aircraft have a club of four facing seats with further seats behind them, and an enclosed toilet at the back. Interiors vary with how recently they were refurbished, so ask us for photos of the aircraft we offer you.
Range and airports
At full weight the Citation needs about 1,600 m of runway, which suits main and larger regional airports. On a short trip it takes off lighter, which brings more airports within reach.
Some airports require specific crew training, which we check when we select your aircraft. With every seat taken and bags, plan on up to about 3,000 km, which covers Vienna to Marrakech or Zurich to Cairo.
Luggage
The hold at the back takes around 5 suitcases. Tell us about golf bags or skis when you ask for a quote, so we can check they fit beside your cases. The hold cannot be reached in flight, so keep what you need in the cabin.
Inside the Cessna Citation III/VI/VII
A few of the Cessna Citation III/VI/VII cabins we charter. Every aircraft is a little different, so your quote comes with photos of the exact one.
Cessna Citation III/VI/VII specifications
- Passengers
- 7-9
- Range
- 4,070 km
- Cruise speed
- 839 km/h
- Maximum altitude
- 51,000 ft
- Cabin height
- 1.73 m
- Cabin width
- 1.68 m
- Cabin length
- 5.64 m
- Baggage
- 61 cu ft (1.7 m³)
- Engines
- 2 × Honeywell TFE731-3B / TFE731-4R
- Take-off distance
- About 1,600 m at full weight
- Crew
- 2 pilots
- Lavatory
- Fully enclosed
- Typical catering
- Cold meals
- Built
- 1983 to 2000
- Variants
- Citation III, VI, VII
- Also known as
- Cessna 650, C650, Citation 650, Citation 3, Citation 6, Citation 7
Example Cessna Citation III/VI/VII flights
Flight times are non-stop. Prices are our estimate for this aircraft, and short trips cost more per hour because positioning weighs more.
Your quote depends on where the aircraft is based, the dates and how far ahead you book.
Flight search can show lower prices because it covers the whole category.
Cessna Citation III/VI/VII range map
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Cessna Citation III/VI/VII vs similar aircraft
| Aircraft | Cessna Citation III/VI/VII | Bombardier Learjet 60 | Hawker Beechcraft Hawker 800XP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seats | 7-9 | 7-8 | 8-9 |
| Range | 4,070 km | 4,441 km | 4,445 km |
| Speed | 839 km/h | 859 km/h | 828 km/h |
| Suitcases | 5 | 3 | 4 |
| Per flight hour | from €7,900 | from €8,100 | from €8,800 |
What clients often ask about the Cessna Citation III/VI/VII
How much does it cost to charter a Citation III, VI or VII?
Clients typically pay €7,900 to €12,200 per hour in the air, with positioning included. The price depends mostly on the flight time and on how far the aircraft has to fly to collect you, so it falls when one is already near your departure airport. An empty leg on one of these Citations can cost up to 80% less.
What is the difference between the Citation III, VI and VII?
All three have the same fuselage and cabin size. The III is the original; the VI shares its engines and performance, with a standard interior. The VII has a quieter cabin and more powerful engines, so it carries more from shorter runways and performs better in hot weather and at high airports. For a charter, the interior of the individual aircraft usually matters more than the model.
How many passengers fit in a Citation III, VI or VII?
Eight in most aircraft, and up to nine in some. Six travel in comfort.
How big is the cabin of a Citation III, VI or VII?
About 5.6 m long, 1.68 m wide and 1.73 m tall, so most people can stand up. Most aircraft have a club of four facing seats with further seats behind them. Interiors vary, so ask us for photos of the aircraft we offer you.
How far can a Citation III, VI or VII fly without stopping?
Up to about 4,000 km with few passengers, enough for Munich to Tenerife. With all seats taken and bags, plan on about 3,000 km, which covers Vienna to Marrakech or Zurich to Cairo.
How many pilots fly a Citation III, VI or VII?
Two, on every flight: that is how these Citations are certified. The price includes both.
Does the Citation III, VI or VII have a toilet?
Yes, an enclosed toilet at the back of the cabin.
Is there Wi-Fi on board?
It depends on the individual aircraft. Tell us you need it and we only quote aircraft that have it.
Citation III/VI/VII, Citation Sovereign or Citation XLS?
The Citation Sovereign has a longer cabin, flies further, carries almost twice the luggage and needs far less runway, at a higher hourly price. The Citation XLS has a cabin of the same size and also needs far less runway, but does not fly as far. Our pick for a trip of three to four hours is the Citation VII; for more people or luggage, the Sovereign; for a short runway, the XLS.
