Cessna Citation VII Specifications
- Passengers
- 7–8
- Range
- 2,000 nm
- Cruise speed
- 478 kt
- Nonstop
- ~3.5 hr
- Class
- Midsize jet
- Hourly rate
- $4,800–$6,000
Specifications are manufacturer figures. Range assumes typical passenger loads and fuel reserves; winds and altitude reduce it.
About the Cessna Citation VII
The Citation VII cruises at close to 480 knots and seats seven or eight.
It suits trips of up to about four hours.
Is the Citation VII Right for Your Trip?
Best For
- Trips of up to about 3.5 hours nonstop, such as Los Angeles to Aspen or New York to Miami
- Up to 8 passengers
- Six to eight passengers with luggage
Keep in Mind
- Many midsize cabins are just short of stand-up height, apart from newer models like the Citation Latitude.
- For nonstop coast-to-coast flights you need a super-midsize or larger.
Citation VII 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 3-hour daily minimum. Prices exclude taxes, fees and repositioning.
| Trip | Distance | Time | Estimated cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles to Aspen VNY–ASE | 730 mi | 1 hr 40 mindaily minimum | $16,600–$21,500 |
| New York to Miami TEB–OPF | 1,092 mi | 2 hr 30 mindaily minimum | $16,600–$21,500 |
| New York to Aspen TEB–ASE | 1,728 mi | 5 hr1 fuel stop | $23,500–$29,500 |
| Miami to Aspen OPF–ASE | 1,791 mi | 5 hr 5 min1 fuel stop | $24,000–$30,000 |
| New York to Los Angeles TEB–VNY | 2,450 mi | 6 hr 30 min1 fuel stop | $31,500–$39,500 |
Citation VII Compared
| Aircraft | Seats | Range | Cruise | Per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation VII | 7–8 | 2,000 nm | 478 kt | $4,800+ |
| Citation XLS/XLS+ | 7–9 | 2,100 nm | 441 kt | $4,800+ |
| Learjet 55 | 7–8 | 2,100 nm | 440 kt | $4,800+ |
| Citation Excel | 7–8 | 1,850 nm | 430 kt | $4,800+ |
Citation VII Charter Questions
How much does it cost to charter a Citation VII?
The Citation VII is priced as a midsize jet: about $4,800 to $6,000 per flight hour, with a 3-hour daily minimum. For example, Los Angeles to Aspen (1 hr 40 min) estimates at $16,600 to $21,500 one way before taxes and fees. Your quote itemizes every cost.
How far can the Citation VII fly nonstop?
Its published range is about 2,000 nautical miles. With passengers, bags and fuel reserves, plan on nonstop legs of up to about 3.5 hours, depending on winds.
How many passengers does the Citation VII 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 VII 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 30 min. For nonstop coast-to-coast flights, look at a super-midsize or larger jet.
