Citation Sovereign
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 9 |
| Cabin length | 25.3 ft |
| Cabin width | 5.5 ft |
| Cabin height | 5.7 ft |
| Baggage volume | 135 cu ft |
| Lavatory | Fully enclosed |
| Galley | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Available on most aircraft |
| Cabin floor | Flat, walk-around |
The cabin runs 5.7 ft tall — most passengers will crouch slightly when walking the aisle. A fully enclosed lavatory makes it workable for longer legs. Connectivity varies by tail — most operators in this fleet have at least one Wi-Fi-equipped aircraft, but confirm before booking if you need to work in the air.
Operator floor plans vary. Some Citation Sovereign cabins are configured with a divan that drops the headcount by one or two seats; confirm the layout with the operator before booking.
Range & performance
| Range | 2,847 nm |
| Max cruise | 458 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~389 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 47,000 ft |
2,847 nm covers most US domestic missions. Coast-to-coast with one stop, transcontinental city pairs east of the Rockies non-stop.
Distances are real great-circle nautical miles from the selected hub. Angular positions are spaced for readability, not actual bearings. Range envelope assumes no wind and a full passenger load.
Charter cost per hour
Charter the Citation Sovereign at roughly $7,500–$12,500 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Super Midsize jets like this carry 8–12 passengers; the per-seat math improves sharply as you fill the cabin.
Rates are flight-hour pricing. Total cost depends on round-trip vs. one-way, positioning, fuel surcharges, and taxes (~15% on top of base). Run the math on your trip →
Citation Sovereign vs Super Midsize Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Citation Sovereign?
The Cessna Citation Sovereign has a published range of 2,847 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the Citation Sovereign seat?
Most Citation Sovereign cabins seat 9 passengers in their standard charter configuration. Operator floor plans vary — some fleets configure for fewer seats with a divan or club-four layout.
How much does it cost to charter a Citation Sovereign?
Citation Sovereign charter rates typically run $7,500–$12,500 per flight hour. Booking window, weekend versus weekday, and event-week surcharges move you within the band. A four-hour mission with taxi and positioning typically lands between $37,500 and $62,500 all-in.
Can you stand up in a Citation Sovereign?
The Citation Sovereign has a cabin height of 5.7 ft. No — expect to duck slightly when moving through the cabin.
Where do Citation Sovereigns actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 1,470 Citation Sovereign flights. The single busiest route was Pittsburgh (KPIT) to Latrobe (KLBE), with 6 flights observed.
How do I book a Citation Sovereign empty leg?
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Available Empty Legs on Citation Sovereigns
Citation Sovereigns for Charter (27)
Where Citation Sovereigns actually fly
ADS-B-tracked flights from the trailing 90 days. Numbers cover aircraft on our charter database; private corporate fleets and operators using PIA registration are not in this count. Methodology →
Top routes
Busiest origins
Most active operators
| Operator | Aircraft | Flights |
|---|---|---|
| Thrive Aviation | 6 | 437 |
| PCJ Aviation LLC | 2 | 127 |
| AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT GROUP INC | 1 | 102 |
| Malone AirCharter, Inc. | 1 | 97 |
| Central American Airways Flying Service, Inc. | 1 | 94 |
| Jet Air Inc. | 1 | 79 |
| Soulbird LLC | 1 | 78 |
| American Air Charter Inc. | 2 | 73 |
| Northwest Flyers, Inc. | 1 | 69 |
| Kansas City Aviation Center, Inc. | 1 | 54 |
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