Cessna Citation V Private Jet Charter
The Cessna Citation V is a light jet seating up to 10 passengers, with a 3,269 km (1,765 nm) range and a 869 km/h cruise. Charter rates start around $2,600 per hour.
Cessna Citation V overview
Textron Aviation introduced the Citation V in 1989. It belongs to the Light Jet class, powered by 2 Pratt & Whitney Canada JT15D-5A engines. With a 3,269 km range and seating for up to 10, it suits regional and medium-haul charter. 2Lun compares live availability and instant quotes for the Citation V with no membership fees.
Operators list the Cessna Citation V as a business jet, and it is chartered the same way as any light jet: by the flight hour, crew and insurance included. Below are the Cessna Citation V 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 V?
Transparent hourly rates — crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance included.
Citation V specifications
Performance
- Max range
- 3,269 km / 1,765 nm
- Cruise speed
- 869 km/h / Mach 0.71
- Service ceiling
- 45,000 ft
- Takeoff distance
- 3,560 ft
Engines
- Manufacturer
- Pratt & Whitney Canada
- Model
- JT15D-5A
- Type
- Turbofan
- Count
- 2
Cabin & dimensions
- Passengers (typical)
- 8
- Passengers (max)
- 10
- Cabin length
- 17.25 ft
- Cabin height
- 4.75 ft
- Baggage
- 67 cu ft
Weights
- Max takeoff
- 16,300 lb
- Empty weight
- 9,900 lb
Cabin amenities
Where the Cessna Citation V Actually Flies
Observed movements from ADS-B tracking, not manufacturer claims.
Tracked from ADS-B position reports over the last 12 months: we logged 6,819 movements by this type across 105 airports — about 568 a month, or 0.6% of all business aviation movements we observe.
Airports where it turns up most
Routes it works most often
Popular Citation V routes
Range-feasible sectors with estimated charter cost.
Frequently asked questions
How often does the Cessna Citation V actually fly?
We tracked 6,819 movements by this type over the last 12 months across 105 airports — roughly 568 a month, or 0.6% of all business aviation movements in our data.
Where is the Cessna Citation V based most often?
The airports where this type turns up most are Toronto, Tampa, Madrid, Phoenix. Chartering from one of these usually means less positioning time added to your quote.
Which routes does the Cessna Citation V fly most?
Its busiest tracked sectors are San Francisco–Van Nuys, Van Nuys–Oakland, Oakland–Van Nuys. Those pairings have the deepest availability for this type.
How much does it cost to charter a Citation V?
Charter rates for the Cessna Citation V typically run $2,600–$3,600 per hour, including crew, fuel, insurance and maintenance. A 2-hour daily minimum usually applies, plus positioning fees.
How far can the Citation V fly?
The Citation V has a maximum range of approximately 3,269 km (1,765 nautical miles) with 8 passengers — enough for regional and medium-haul routes.
How many passengers does the Citation V seat?
The Cessna Citation V typically seats 8 passengers and up to 10 in a high-density layout, with 2 crew.
How fast is the Citation V?
The Citation V cruises at up to 869 km/h (469 knots, Mach 0.71), with a service ceiling of 45,000 ft.
How much does a Citation V cost to buy?
A pre-owned Cessna Citation V typically sells for $900,000–$2,500,000 (2025 market). Hourly operating cost runs around $2,200.
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