Cessna · Midsize Jet
Citation XLS+
The Citation XLS+ is among the most popular midsize business jets worldwide. It pairs short-field performance with a roomy stand-up style cabin, making it ideal for premium regional and near-transcontinental missions.
Passengers
8–9
Range
2,100 nm
Cruise Speed
441 ktas
Baggage
90 cu ft
Cabin & Comfort
One of the easiest midsize aircraft to recommend thanks to its dependable cabin comfort, practicality, and broad charter appeal.
Cabin Height
5'8"
Cabin Width
5'6"
Cabin Length
18'6"
Onboard Features
Ideal Missions
- Corporate travel
- Family Mediterranean charters
- Long European sectors
Popular Routes
- London → Athens
- Geneva → Marrakech
- Milan → Mykonos
Why Clients Choose It
Charter Guidance
A flagship midsize charter option offering excellent value per cabin comfort point, often selected as the safest all-round midsize choice.
Indicative pricing is for guidance only and varies with operator, date, routing, positioning, airport fees, taxes, and availability.
Estimated charter position
£3,600/ hr
Final quote subject to aircraft availability, operator confirmation, airport fees, taxes, positioning, and routing.
At a Glance
Passengers
8–9
Range
2,100 nm
Cruise Speed
441 ktas
Baggage
90 cu ft
Specifications
Citation XLS+ at a glance
Manufacturer-published figures for the type. Individual aircraft differ by configuration, cabin fit and operator, and we confirm the specification of the actual tail offered before you commit.
| Category | Midsize Jet |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
| Typical passengers | 8–9 |
| Maximum range | 2,100 nm |
| Typical cruise speed | 441 ktas |
| Cabin height | 5'8" |
| Cabin width | 5'6" |
| Cabin length | 18'6" |
| Baggage volume | 90 cu ft |
| Wi-Fi | Typically available |
| Enclosed lavatory | Yes |
| Galley | Full galley |
| Sleeping configuration | Seated cabin |
| Indicative from | £3,600 per flight hour |
Comparison
How the Citation XLS+ compares in its class
| Aircraft | Passengers | Range | Cruise | Baggage | From / hr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawker 800XP | 8 | 2,540 nm | 430 ktas | 49 cu ft | £3,300 |
| Learjet 60XR | 7–8 | 2,405 nm | 465 ktas | 59 cu ft | £3,450 |
| Citation XLS+ (this aircraft) | 8–9 | 2,100 nm | 441 ktas | 90 cu ft | £3,600 |
Indicative hourly positions for guidance only — the final quote varies with operator, date, routing, positioning, airport fees and taxes.
Citation XLS+ Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
The Citation XLS+ is typically configured for 8–9 passengers in a private charter layout. Exact seating varies by operator and cabin configuration, and we confirm the layout of the specific tail before you book.
Published range is 2,100 nm at a cruise speed of 441 ktas. Real-world range is reduced by payload, headwinds, temperature and required fuel reserves, so we range-check every routing against the actual aircraft and day of operation.
As a guide, Citation XLS+ charter starts from around £3,600 per flight hour. The final quote depends on operator, date, positioning sectors, airport and handling fees, crew duty and taxes — A flagship midsize charter option offering excellent value per cabin comfort point, often selected as the safest all-round midsize choice.
It suits three- to four-hour sectors with a stand-up cabin and enclosed lavatory. Common missions include corporate travel, family mediterranean charters, long european sectors. Send us your route, dates and passenger count and we will tell you honestly whether this category is the right fit or whether a different one costs less for the same mission.
Published baggage volume is 90 cu ft. Skis, golf bags, bulky sports equipment and pushchairs should always be declared at quote stage so the operator can confirm they fit the hold and the aircraft's weight and balance.
Within the Midsize Jet category the closest alternatives are Hawker 800XP, Learjet 60XR. They differ mainly in cabin dimensions, baggage volume and hourly rate rather than in mission capability, so availability on your dates often decides which one we recommend.
No. SkyBridge Jets is a charter broker, not an air carrier. Every flight we arrange is operated by a fully-licensed AOC holder that we vet before the aircraft is offered to you.
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