Aircraft
Cessna Citation XLS Gen2
The Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 is a midsize jet with up to 8 seats and 3,440 km range. Compare verified specs below with live empty-leg availability on EmptyJet.
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- Seats
- 8
- Range
- 3,440 km
- Cruise
- 793 km/h
- Hourly
- $3,500
About this aircraft
The Citation XLS Gen2 is Textron's refreshed XLS—cabin, connectivity, and comfort updates on the proven midsize Excel/XLS platform.
It keeps the mission that made XLS dominant: efficient midsize travel with a stand-up cabin and broad service support. Gen2 interiors and systems distinguish it from earlier XLS/XLS+ deliveries.
Choose Gen2 when you want the newest XLS experience without moving to Latitude.
EmptyJet market activity
- On EmptyJet, the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 appeared in 482 empty-leg offers from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026, according to EmptyJet.
- Its busiest corridor was Salzburg (SZG) to Palma de Mallorca (PMI), listed 10 times over that period.
- Inventory spanned 364 routes and 1 operator across the EmptyJet catalog.
- Priced Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 empty legs centered on a median ask of USD 8,710, with an observed range of USD 1,079–USD 130,740 (587 priced listings).
- Typical missions ran about 629 km one-way on the median EmptyJet listing.
- As of the latest catalog refresh, 14 empty-leg offers for this model remain live on EmptyJet.
Performance
- Category
- Midsize Jet
- Range
- 3,440 km
- Cruise speed
- 793 km/h
- Max speed
- 800 km/h
- Takeoff runway
- 1,097 m
- Landing runway
- 900 m
- ICAO type
- C56X
Cabin
- Seats
- 8
- Height
- 1.73 m
- Width
- 1.73 m
- Length
- 5.64 m
- Cabin area
- 16.8 m²
- Baggage
- 2.5 m³
Operating economics
- Typical hourly cost
- USD 3,500
- Fuel burn
- 235 L/h
- Fuel cost / hour
- USD 1,410
- Manufacturer
- Cessna
Best missions
- Updated midsize Citation missions
- High-utilization corporate midsize hops
- XLS Gen2 empty-leg repositioning
Sources
- Cessna Citation familyTextron Aviation
- Citation XLS Gen2 contextTextron Aviation
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FAQ
How often does the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 appear on EmptyJet?
EmptyJet recorded 482 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
Which empty-leg route is busiest for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2?
On EmptyJet, the busiest Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 corridor was Salzburg (SZG) to Palma de Mallorca (PMI), with 10 listings from January 1, 2026 through July 26, 2026.
What is a typical empty-leg price for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2?
Priced EmptyJet listings for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 show a median ask of USD 8,710 across 587 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 XLS Gen2?
The Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 has a published maximum range of 3,440 km.
How many passengers does the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 seat?
The Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 is configured for up to 8 passengers.
What is the typical hourly cost of a Cessna Citation XLS Gen2?
EmptyJet reference data places typical Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 operating cost near USD 3,500 per flight hour. Charter quotes vary by route, operator, and availability.
How much fuel does a Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 burn?
Reference fuel burn for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 is about 235 liters per hour.
What runway length does a Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 need?
Published takeoff runway requirement for the Cessna Citation XLS Gen2 is about 1,097 m.
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