Cessna Citation CJ4 Specifications
- Passengers
- 7–8
- Range
- 2,165 nm
- Cruise speed
- 451 kt
- Nonstop
- ~4 hr
- Class
- Light jet
- Hourly rate
- $3,800–$5,500
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Cessna Citation CJ4
The CJ4 seats seven or eight and flies about four hours nonstop, enough for most of the busiest US routes.
It is a popular upgrade from the CJ3 for longer trips.
Is the Citation CJ4 Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 4 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 8 passengers
- Two to six passengers
Keep in Mind
- Cabins are about 4 ft 9 in to 4 ft 11 in tall, so you cannot stand up.
- Ski bags and golf clubs take up space quickly. Tell us about them when you book.
Citation CJ4 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 2.5-hour daily minimum. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.
| Trip | Distance | Time | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 1 hr 45 mindaily minimum | $10,900–$15,900 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 35 min | $11,500–$16,600 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 4 hr 10 min | $18,100–$26,000 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 4 hr 15 min | $18,400–$26,500 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 6 hr 50 min1 fuel stop | $26,500–$38,500 |
Citation CJ4 Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Cabin height | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation CJ4 | 7–8 | 2,165 nm | 451 kt | — | $3,800+ |
| Westwind II | 7–8 | 2,200 nm | 400 kt | — | $3,800+ |
| Citation CJ3 | 6–7 | 2,040 nm | 416 kt | 4 ft 9 in | $3,800+ |
| Learjet 75 | 6–8 | 2,040 nm | 465 kt | — | $3,800+ |
Citation CJ4 Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Citation CJ4?
The Citation CJ4 is priced as a light jet: about $3,800 to $5,500 per flight hour, with a 2.5-hour daily minimum. For example, New York to Miami (2 hr 35 min) estimates at $11,500 to $16,600 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
How far can the Citation CJ4 fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 2,165 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 4 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Citation CJ4 seat?
Typically 7–8, depending on the cabin layout. For long trips or a lot of luggage, plan on one fewer than the maximum.
Can the Citation CJ4 fly nonstop from New York to Los Angeles?
Not usually. Westbound, it typically needs one fuel stop, for a total trip of about 6 hr 50 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
