Cessna Citation CJ1 Specifications
- Passengers
- 5
- Range
- 1,300 nm
- Cruise speed
- 389 kt
- Nonstop
- ~2.5 hr
- Class
- Very light jet
- Hourly rate
- $2,800–$4,200
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Cessna Citation CJ1
The CJ1 seats five and is an economical choice for short regional trips.
Its straight wing lets it use shorter runways than many jets.
Citation CJ1 Variants
These versions share the same basic design, so we cover them on one page. Tell us if you prefer a specific one.
CitationJet (CJ)
The original model 525 CitationJet that the CJ1 replaced. The cabin and performance are similar, with an older cockpit.
Is the Citation CJ1 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 2.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 5 passengers
- Business day trips and quick regional hops
Keep in Mind
- Cabins are compact, typically under five feet tall, and luggage space is limited.
- Longer trips need a fuel stop; for four passengers going farther, a light jet is the better choice.
Citation CJ1 Sample Trips
Estimated one-way flight times and prices, calculated from this aircraft’s cruise speed and range. Short trips are billed at least the 2-hour daily minimum. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.
| Trip | Distance | Time | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 1 hr 55 mindaily minimum | $9,000–$14,000 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 3 hr | $9,600–$14,600 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 5 hr 55 min1 fuel stop | $16,600–$25,000 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 6 hr1 fuel stop | $16,800–$25,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 8 hr 50 min2 fuel stops | $23,500–$35,500 |
Citation CJ1 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Cabin height | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation CJ1 | 5 | 1,300 nm | 389 kt | — | $2,800+ |
| Vision Jet | 4–5 | 1,275 nm | 311 kt | — | $2,800+ |
| Phenom 100 | 4–5 | 1,178 nm | 406 kt | 4 ft 11 in | $2,800+ |
| HondaJet | 4–5 | 1,437 nm | 422 kt | — | $2,800+ |
Citation CJ1 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Citation CJ1?
The Citation CJ1 is priced as a very light jet: about $2,800 to $4,200 per flight hour, with a 2-hour daily minimum. For example, New York to Miami (3 hr) estimates at $9,600 to $14,600 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
Which Citation CJ1 versions can I charter?
This page covers the Citation CJ1 and CitationJet (CJ). They share the same basic airframe and cabin; the differences are described above. Availability depends on the operators near your departure airport.
How far can the Citation CJ1 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 1,300 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 2.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Citation CJ1 seat?
Typically 5, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Citation CJ1 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Not usually. Westbound, it typically needs 2 fuel stops, for a total trip of about 8 hr 50 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
