Midsize Jet
Cessna Citation Latitude charter
The Cessna Citation Latitude is a midsize jet built by Textron Aviation (Cessna, Beechcraft) with a published range of about 2,700 nm, typically carrying 7–9 passengers.
Unverified Specifications source: Textron Aviation: Cessna Citation Latitude specifications (https://cessna.txtav.com/en/citation/latitude)
- Range
- 2,700 nm
- published, not practical
- Cruise
- 446 kt
- Passengers
- 7–9
- max 9 certified
- Cabin (H × W × L)
- 6 × 6.4 × 21.8 ft
- Baggage
- 127 cu ft
- In production
- Yes
Where the Cessna Citation Latitude can fly nonstop
Screened against our route set with a practical-range margin.
Of 104 city pairs we cover, the Cessna Citation Latitude can typically fly 79 nonstop.
| Route | Distance | Range |
|---|---|---|
| New York – Dubai | 5,951 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| London – Los Angeles | 4,718 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| Geneva – Aspen | 4,543 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| New York – São Paulo | 4,162 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| London – Aspen | 4,140 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| Hong Kong – Sydney | 3,993 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| London – Miami | 3,823 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| Nice – New York | 3,464 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| Geneva – New York | 3,352 nm | Fuel stop likely |
| London – Washington, D.C. | 3,179 nm | Fuel stop likely |
Cessna Citation Latitude charter cost
Charter pricing for midsize jets in our model runs US$4,500–US$7,000 per flight hour Estimate. Individual aircraft vary with age, interior, operator and base. This is the cost to charter, not to buy.
New York to Los Angeles: about 5 h 30 min, US$40,000–US$62,000 one way.
Miami to Los Angeles: about 5 h 15 min, US$38,000–US$59,000 one way.
New York to Las Vegas: about 5 h 5 min, US$36,000–US$57,000 one way.
Other midsize jets
| Aircraft | Range | Passengers | Baggage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1,858 nm | 6–8 | — |
| Cessna Citation Latitude | 2,700 nm | 7–9 | 127 cu ft |
Cessna Citation Latitude charter at a glance
A Cessna Citation Latitude charter is usually the first step into a private jet with a proper stand-up cabin. The Latitude is a midsize jet: it carries seven to nine passengers, lets most adults walk down the aisle without stooping, and has the range to cover trips that a light jet would split with a fuel stop. It is a very popular midsize type in charter fleets in the United States and is increasingly common in Europe and the Middle East, so it is often among the first aircraft that come back when we ask operators for a midsize option.
The facts strip above lists the specification values in our dataset, and the tables show which trips it can typically fly nonstop and what our pricing model estimates for them. The specifications are published manufacturer or public figures, not independently verified, and the prices are estimates. This guide adds the context: what the cabin is really like, which trips it is sized for, and when a light or super midsize jet makes more sense.
We are a charter broker. We do not own or operate the Citation Latitude or any other aircraft; we ask licensed operators for the right aircraft, compare their offers, and coordinate the trip until you land. You can read more about our approach on the JetPriceCheck homepage.
Where the Latitude sits in the Citation family
Cessna, now part of Textron Aviation, has built the Citation line of business jets for decades, from small entry-level jets to the long-range Citation Longitude. The Latitude entered service in the mid-2010s, positioned between the long-running Citation XLS and the larger Longitude. According to Textron Aviation's Latitude page and Wikipedia, it is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306 engines, has a range of about 2,700 nautical miles and a maximum cruise of about 446 knots. Those numbers match the facts strip above within rounding.
The design choice that sets it apart is the cabin cross-section. Cessna gave the Latitude a six-foot-tall, flat-floor cabin, about 6 feet 5 inches wide, which is a lot of room for a midsize aircraft. The flat floor matters more than it sounds: there is no dropped aisle to step into, and seats sit at a consistent height, which makes moving around the cabin easier.
The midsize sweet spot
Private jet categories trade cabin size, range and price against each other. The midsize class, and the Latitude in particular, lands in a spot that suits a large share of real trips:
- Enough room. Seven or eight people can travel in comfort, with space to stand, stretch and move to the lavatory without clambering over bags.
- Enough range. Three- to five-hour sectors are routine, which covers most domestic United States trips and nearly all of Europe.
- A lower estimate range than bigger jets. In our pricing model, built on published market rates, midsize jets sit below super midsize and heavy jets per flight hour.
That combination is why many regular private flyers treat a midsize jet as their default and only move down to a light jet for short hops or up to a super midsize jet for long ones.
There is also a practical benefit to being a common type. When a trip changes at short notice, or an aircraft has a technical problem on the day, a type flown by many operators is easier to replace with a like-for-like aircraft. That resilience is worth weighing alongside the cabin and the price, especially for trips that cannot slip.
Citation Latitude range: what the screening shows
Our fact pack screens 79 of the corridors we cover as nonstop for the Latitude, after applying a practical-range margin for winds, reserves and loads. These are screening estimates, not operating promises; each trip is confirmed with the operator for the date and load.
The telling part is what the Latitude adds over a typical light jet. Compared with the Embraer Phenom 300E in our data, the Latitude's list also includes:
- New York – Los Angeles, the coast-to-coast trip
- Miami – Los Angeles
- New York – Las Vegas
- Dubai – Istanbul
- Dubai – Malé
These are sectors of roughly four to six hours, and they are where the midsize class starts to earn its price. Westbound coast-to-coast flights face the strongest headwinds of the year in winter, so even when the screening says nonstop, operators may plan a stop on a heavy day. We will tell you if that is the case for your date before you book.
The rest of the list covers the short and medium trips you would expect: Northeast shuttles such as New York to Boston or Washington, D.C.; Florida links such as Palm Beach to New York; Western routes such as Los Angeles to Seattle or Denver to Aspen; European pairs such as London to Geneva, Paris to Nice and Madrid to Ibiza; Gulf links such as Dubai to Riyadh; and resort trips such as New York to Nassau or Miami to Cancún. What it does not cover is transatlantic flying: London to New York needs a longer-range aircraft. Our private jet range guide explains how the screening is done and why published range overstates what you can plan on.
Inside the Latitude: what to expect
Stand-up cabin. At about six feet, most adults can stand upright or close to it. That changes the experience on a three-hour flight: you can stretch, reach an overhead item or move to the lavatory without the half-crouch of a light jet.
Seating. The typical layout is a four-seat club section facing a second group of seats, often a double-club or a side-facing divan. Our dataset shows seven to nine passengers as the typical range. For long sectors, seven or fewer adults is the comfortable planning number.
Galley. Expect a refreshment centre able to serve cold catering and hot drinks, with more storage than a light jet. Operators can load meals to order; ask if hot food matters on your flight, because fitments vary.
Lavatory. A private, enclosed lavatory at the rear is standard on the type. Confirm the specific aircraft's layout, as interiors vary between operators and years.
Door and boarding. The Latitude has a wide airstair door, which makes boarding easier for older passengers and anyone carrying bags.
Cabin environment. Textron promotes a relatively low cabin altitude for the class, which many travellers find less tiring on longer sectors. Wi-Fi fitment varies by airframe, so tell us if you need to work in the air.
Baggage
Our dataset lists about 127 cubic feet of baggage space, the bulk of it in an external hold at the rear. That is meaningfully more than a light jet and enough for a full cabin with normal luggage. Golf bags and a couple of ski bags usually fit; a whole family's ski equipment plus hard-shell suitcases may not. The external hold is not generally reachable in flight, so keep anything you need during the trip in the cabin. Send us a description of the luggage, and we will check it with the operator before you commit.
Who a Cessna Citation Latitude charter suits
It is a strong choice for:
- Groups of five to eight. Families, executive teams and friends travelling together who want space without paying for a larger cabin.
- Three- to five-hour trips. Chicago to Los Angeles-length sectors or cross-European trips where a light jet feels cramped.
- Coast-to-coast business travel. When the screening and the season allow nonstop flying, one aircraft and no stops.
- Resort and holiday travel. Aspen, Cabo San Lucas, Ibiza or Nassau with a full load of holiday luggage.
- Travellers who dislike stooping. The stand-up cabin is the main reason many people step up from a light jet.
It is less suitable for:
- Transatlantic or Gulf-to-Europe flights. These are super midsize or heavy-jet trips.
- Groups of nine or more with luggage. The cabin fills up, and a larger aircraft is more comfortable.
- Very short hops for one or two people. A light jet usually does the job for less.
Cessna Citation Latitude charter cost
The cost section above uses our pricing model's midsize-jet rate of USD 4,500–7,000 per flight hour, built on published market rates, with sample one-way estimates for nonstop trips. These are estimates, not quotes and not offers. A firm price comes only from a licensed operator for a specific aircraft and date, and our private jet cost guide sets out how the model works.
The main drivers of a Latitude quote are:
- Positioning. Where the nearest available aircraft is based, and whether it has to fly home empty afterwards.
- Trip shape. Return trips with a short stay usually cost well under double the one-way.
- Crew and overnight costs. If the aircraft waits with you, crew hotels and parking are added.
- Airport and handling charges. These vary widely between airports and seasons.
- Dates. Holiday periods, peak ski weeks and big event weekends tighten supply.
- Aircraft age and interior. A recent or refurbished airframe can command a premium.
Latitude versus two light jets
For a group of seven or eight, it can be tempting to price two light jets instead of one midsize. Two aircraft means two crews, two sets of fees and often two positioning legs, so a single Latitude frequently comes out ahead on both cost and convenience. The exception is when the group genuinely needs to split up, for example to fly to two different airports.
Empty legs
Latitudes flying home after one-way trips create empty legs, sometimes priced below a normal charter. The date, time and aircraft are fixed by the original trip and can change. Our empty leg flights page explains how to use them without relying on them.
Choosing between light, midsize and super midsize
| Question | Light jet | Citation Latitude (midsize) | Super midsize jet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comfortable group size | Up to about 6 | Up to about 8 | Up to about 9 |
| Stand-up cabin | No | Yes, flat floor | Yes, wider |
| Typical comfort sector | Up to about 3 h | Up to about 5 h | Up to about 7 h |
| Coast-to-coast nonstop | Rarely | Often, season dependent | Yes |
| Transatlantic nonstop | No | No | Some types |
| Relative estimate range | Lower | Middle | Higher |
If your trip is under three hours with a small group, a light jet like the Phenom 300E may be enough. If you need transatlantic range or a wider cabin, look at super midsize jets such as the Challenger 350 or Praetor 600. For most trips in between, the Latitude hits the balance. The full aircraft guide compares every category we cover.
How we arrange your Citation Latitude charter
- You tell us the trip. Dates, airports or cities, passengers and luggage, and anything special: pets, catering, Wi-Fi.
- We ask licensed operators. We look for Latitudes and comparable midsize jets near your departure airport.
- You compare the options. Aircraft, year, interior details where available, inclusions, positioning and overnight costs, side by side.
- You confirm on the operator's terms. The operator runs the flight; we coordinate.
- We stay with you. Weather, slot delays and changes of plan are handled with the operator.
If you already know your route, the directory of private jet routes has route-by-route flight times and estimates. When you are ready, ask JetPriceCheck for a quote.
Citation Latitude charter FAQ
How many passengers does a Citation Latitude seat?
Our dataset shows seven to nine passengers as the typical range. For comfort on flights of three hours or more, plan on seven or eight adults.
Can the Citation Latitude fly coast to coast nonstop?
Our screening marks New York to Los Angeles as nonstop for the Latitude. Strong winter headwinds on westbound flights can require a stop on some days, so the operator confirms the plan for your date.
Can you stand up in a Citation Latitude?
Yes, most adults can. The cabin is about six feet tall with a flat floor, which is the main comfort step up from a light jet.
How far can a Citation Latitude fly?
Textron Aviation publishes a range of about 2,700 nautical miles under standard conditions. Practical charter range is lower once winds, reserves and a full load are included.
How much does a Citation Latitude charter cost per hour?
Our pricing model, built on published market rates, uses USD 4,500–7,000 per flight hour for midsize jets. The final price also depends on positioning, fees, overnight costs and dates, and only an operator's quote is firm.
Is the Latitude the same as the Citation Longitude?
No. The Longitude is a larger super midsize jet with longer range. The Latitude is the midsize model, sized for trips of up to about five hours.