Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ Private Jet Charter
The Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ is a mid size jet seating up to 12 passengers, with a 3,889 km (2,100 nm) range and a 917 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $3,500 per hour.
Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ overview
Textron Aviation introduced the Citation Excel/XLS+ in 1998. It belongs to the Mid Size Jet class, powered by 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545C engines. With a 3,889 km range and seating for up to 12, it suits regional and medium-haul charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the Citation Excel/XLS+ with no membership fees.
Operators list the Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any mid size jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ business jet specifications, hourly charter rates and the routes it is actually flown on. The rest of the range is on the Textron Aviation page.
How much does it cost to charter a Citation Excel/XLS+?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
Citation Excel/XLS+ specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 3,889 km / 2,100 nm
- Cruise speed
- 917 km/h / Mach 0.75
- Service ceiling
- 45,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 3,560 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- Pratt & Whitney Canada
- Model
- PW545C
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 8
- Passengers (max)
- 12
- Cabin length
- 24.5 ft
- Cabin height
- 5.75 ft
- Baggage
- 82 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 20,200 lb
- Empty weight
- 12,800 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 73,230 movements by this type across 190 airports — about 6,103 a month, or 7% of all business aviation movements we observe.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular Citation Excel/XLS+ routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ actually fly?
We tracked 73,230 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 190 airports — roughly 6,103 a month, or 7% of all business aviation movements in our data.
Where is the Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Teterboro, Dulles, Scottsdale, West Palm Beach. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are Teterboro–Dulles, Dulles–Teterboro, Santa Ana–Scottsdale. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a Citation Excel/XLS+?
Charter rates for the Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ typically run $3,500–$5,000 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the Citation Excel/XLS+ fly?
The Citation Excel/XLS+ has a maximum range of approximately 3,889 km (2,100 nautical miles) with 8 passengers — enough for regional and medium-haul routes.
How many passengers does the Citation Excel/XLS+ seat?
The Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ typically seats 8 passengers and up to 12 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
How fast is the Citation Excel/XLS+?
The Citation Excel/XLS+ cruises at up to 917 km/h (495 knots, Mach 0.75), with a service ceiling of 45,000 ft.
How much does a Citation Excel/XLS+ cost to buy?
A pre-owned Cessna Citation Excel/XLS+ typically sells for $2,500,000–$6,500,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $2,800.
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