CitationJet CJ4
Specs at a glance
Interior & cabin
| Passengers | 8 |
| Cabin length | 17.3 ft |
| Cabin width | 4.8 ft |
| Cabin height | 4.8 ft |
| Baggage volume | 77 cu ft |
| Lavatory | Fully enclosed |
| Galley | No |
| Wi-Fi | Available on most aircraft |
| Cabin floor | Drop aisle |
At 4.8 ft of cabin height, the CitationJet CJ4 is a sit-down jet. Expect to duck moving between seats. 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 CitationJet CJ4 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 | 2,165 nm |
| Max cruise | 451 ktas |
| Typical cruise | ~383 ktas |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
2,165 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 CitationJet CJ4 at roughly $3,000–$5,000 per flight hour, depending on how far ahead you book. Light jets like this carry 6–8 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 →
CitationJet CJ4 vs Light Average
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the range of the CitationJet CJ4?
The Cessna CitationJet CJ4 has a published range of 2,165 nautical miles with a typical passenger load.
How many passengers does the CitationJet CJ4 seat?
Most CitationJet CJ4 cabins seat 8 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 CitationJet CJ4?
CitationJet CJ4 charter rates typically run $3,000–$5,000 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 $15,000 and $25,000 all-in.
Can you stand up in a CitationJet CJ4?
The CitationJet CJ4 has a cabin height of 4.8 ft. No — expect to duck slightly when moving through the cabin.
Where do CitationJet CJ4s actually fly?
Over the trailing 90 days we tracked 853 CitationJet CJ4 flights. The single busiest route was Oklahoma City (KPWA) to Houston (KSGR), with 11 flights observed.
How do I book a CitationJet CJ4 empty leg?
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Available Empty Legs on CitationJet CJ4s
CitationJet CJ4s for Charter (16)
Where CitationJet CJ4s 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 |
|---|---|---|
| ALANTE AIR CHARTER, LLC | 2 | 194 |
| Aviation Advisor, Inc. | 2 | 140 |
| Paradigm Jet Management, Inc. | 3 | 133 |
| Soulbird LLC | 4 | 126 |
| Reliant Air Charter, Inc. | 2 | 123 |
| Trego/Dugan Aviation, Inc. | 1 | 77 |
| FIRST AV GROUP, LLC | 1 | 47 |
| Mira Vista Aviation, Inc. | 1 | 13 |
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