Midsize Jet · Comparison
BAe / Hawker BAe 125 vs Cessna Citation III
Side-by-side Midsize Jet analysis of the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and Cessna Citation III: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Midsize Jet
- Seats
- 8 / 7
- Range
- 4,445 km / 3,700 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.8 m; the Cessna Citation III offers 7 seats and 1.7 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 4,445 km for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 versus 3,700 km for the Cessna Citation III, with cruise speeds of 802 km/h and 850 km/h. Longer published range suits thin-route city pairs; shorter-hop missions can prioritize cabin comfort or lower typical hourly cost instead.
Operating cost context: typical hourly cost is listed at $6,746/hr for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and $3,100/hr for the Cessna Citation III. Takeoff runway guidance is 1890 m versus 1300 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 6 live public offers for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and 23 for the Cessna Citation III right now. Higher inventory often means more schedule flexibility on repositioning flights, but availability still depends on the specific route and date.
Specs & availability
| Spec | BAe / Hawker BAe 125 | Cessna Citation III |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAe / Hawker | Cessna |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 8 | 7 |
| Range | 4,445 km | 3,700 km |
| Cruise speed | 802 km/h | 850 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $6,746/hr | $3,100/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.8 m | 1.7 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1890 m | 1300 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 6 | 23 |
Key takeaways
The BAe / Hawker BAe 125 seats more passengers (8 vs 7). On published range, the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 covers more distance (4,445 km vs 3,700 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation III ($3,100/hr vs $6,746/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation III (23 vs 6).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 or the Cessna Citation III?
Published seating is 8 for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and 7 for the Cessna Citation III.
Which has longer range, the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 or the Cessna Citation III?
Published range is 4,445 km for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and 3,700 km for the Cessna Citation III.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and the Cessna Citation III?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $6,746/hr for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and $3,100/hr for the Cessna Citation III.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 vs the Cessna Citation III?
EmptyJet currently lists 6 empty-leg offers for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and 23 for the Cessna Citation III. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.