Citation XLS+
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 9 |
| Cabin length | 18.5 ft |
| Cabin width | 5.5 ft |
| Cabin height | 5.7 ft |
| Baggage volume | 80 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 XLS+ 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 | 2,100 nm |
| Max cruise | 441 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~375 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
2,100 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 XLS+ at roughly $4,500–$7,500 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Midsize jets like this carry 7–9 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 XLS+ vs Midsize Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the Citation XLS+?
The Cessna Citation XLS+ has a published range of 2,100 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the Citation XLS+ seat?
Most Citation XLS+ 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 XLS+?
Citation XLS+ charter rates typically run $4,500–$7,500 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 $22,500 and $37,500 all-in.
Can you stand up in a Citation XLS+?
The Citation XLS+ has a cabin height of 5.7 ft. No — expect to duck slightly when moving through the cabin.
Where do Citation XLS+s actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 2,395 Citation XLS+ flights. The single busiest route was Latrobe (KLBE) to Pittsburgh (KPIT), with 17 flights observed.
How do I book a Citation XLS+ empty leg?
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Available Empty Legs on Citation XLS+s
Citation XLS+s for Charter (35)
Where Citation XLS+s 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fly Alliance, Inc. | 2 | 287 |
| AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT GROUP INC | 2 | 276 |
| L. J. Associates, Inc. | 3 | 269 |
| Aero Charter Inc. | 2 | 203 |
| Shoreline Aviation Inc | 2 | 140 |
| Priester Aviation, LLC | 2 | 113 |
| ATD Flight Systems, LLC | 1 | 99 |
| Sunset Aviation LLC | 2 | 99 |
| Jet 1 Charter, Inc. | 1 | 94 |
| Pacific Coast Jet Charter, Inc. | 1 | 79 |
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