Aircraft
Cessna Citation CJ3
The Cessna Citation CJ3 is a light jet with up to 7 seats and 3,066 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
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- Seats
- 7
- Range
- 3,066 km
- Cruise
- 770 km/h
- Hourly
- $2,700
About this aircraft
The Citation CJ3 is the larger classic CJ before the CJ3+ era—more cabin and payload than CJ2, still single-pilot friendly.
It became a high-utilization light jet for operators who needed seven-seat flexibility on regional routes. Williams FJ44-3A power and CitationJet handling kept field performance competitive.
Still widely chartered; many fleets later moved to CJ3+ for avionics and comfort updates.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Cessna Citation CJ3 appeared in 1,840 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was London (LHR) to Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG), listed 12 times over that period.
- Inventory spanned 1,371 routes and 11 operators across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Cessna Citation CJ3 empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 5,800, with an observed range of USD 914–USD 59,000 (2,169 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 448 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
- As of the latest catalog refresh, 1 empty-leg offer for this model remain live on EmptyJet.
Performance
- Category
- Light Jet
- Range
- 3,066 km
- Cruise speed
- 770 km/h
- Max speed
- 778 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 969 m
- Landing runway
- 823 m
- ICAO type
- C25B
Cabin
- Seats
- 7
- Height
- 1.45 m
- Width
- 1.47 m
- Length
- 4.78 m
- Cabin area
- 10.2 m²
- Baggage
- 1.8 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 2,700
- Fuel burn
- 160 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 960
- Manufacturer
- Cessna
Best missions
- Larger light-jet regional travel
- High-frequency corporate shuttle hops
- Empty-leg CJ3 availability on busy corridors
Sources
- Cessna Citation familyTextron Aviation
- Citation CJ3 specificationsGlobalAir
Alternatives
FAQ
How often does the Cessna Citation CJ3 appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 1,840 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation CJ3 from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Cessna Citation CJ3?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Cessna Citation CJ3 corridor was London (LHR) to Paris (Roissy-en-France, Val-d'Oise) (CDG), with 12 listings from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Cessna Citation CJ3?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Cessna Citation CJ3 show a median ask of USD 5,800 across 2,169 priced offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026. Final quotes still vary by route, date, and operator.
What is the range of the Cessna Citation CJ3?
The Cessna Citation CJ3 has a published maximum range of 3,066 km.
How many passengers does the Cessna Citation CJ3 seat?
The Cessna Citation CJ3 is configured for up to 7 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Cessna Citation CJ3?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Cessna Citation CJ3 operating cost near USD 2,700 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Cessna Citation CJ3 burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Cessna Citation CJ3 is about 160 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Cessna Citation CJ3 need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Cessna Citation CJ3 is about 969 m.
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