Midsize Jet · Comparison
BAe / Hawker BAe 125 vs Cessna Citation XLS
Side-by-side Midsize Jet analysis of the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and Cessna Citation XLS: 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 / 8
- Range
- 4,445 km / 3,430 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 XLS offers 8 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 3,430 km for the Cessna Citation XLS, with cruise speeds of 802 km/h and 793 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 $3,300/hr for the Cessna Citation XLS. Takeoff runway guidance is 1890 m versus 1100 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 141 for the Cessna Citation XLS 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 XLS |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | BAe / Hawker | Cessna |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Range | 4,445 km | 3,430 km |
| Cruise speed | 802 km/h | 793 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $6,746/hr | $3,300/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.8 m | 1.7 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1890 m | 1100 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 6 | 141 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 covers more distance (4,445 km vs 3,430 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation XLS ($3,300/hr vs $6,746/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation XLS (141 vs 6).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 or the Cessna Citation XLS?
Published seating is 8 for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and 8 for the Cessna Citation XLS.
Which has longer range, the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 or the Cessna Citation XLS?
Published range is 4,445 km for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and 3,430 km for the Cessna Citation XLS.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and the Cessna Citation XLS?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $6,746/hr for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and $3,300/hr for the Cessna Citation XLS.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 vs the Cessna Citation XLS?
EmptyJet currently lists 6 empty-leg offers for the BAe / Hawker BAe 125 and 141 for the Cessna Citation XLS. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.