Light Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 vs Cessna Citation Ultra
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and Cessna Citation Ultra: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Light Jet
- Seats
- 8 / 7
- Range
- 4,010 km / 3,250 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Cessna Citation Ultra offers 7 seats and 1.4 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 4,010 km for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 versus 3,250 km for the Cessna Citation Ultra, with cruise speeds of 828 km/h and 770 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 $2,900/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and $2,400/hr for the Cessna Citation Ultra. Takeoff runway guidance is 980 m versus 1100 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 59 live public offers for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 203 for the Cessna Citation Ultra 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 | Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 | Cessna Citation Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Cessna |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 8 | 7 |
| Range | 4,010 km | 3,250 km |
| Cruise speed | 828 km/h | 770 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,900/hr | $2,400/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 980 m | 1100 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 59 | 203 |
Key takeaways
The Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 seats more passengers (8 vs 7). On published range, the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 covers more distance (4,010 km vs 3,250 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation Ultra ($2,400/hr vs $2,900/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Ultra (203 vs 59).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the Cessna Citation Ultra?
Published seating is 8 for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 7 for the Cessna Citation Ultra.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 or the Cessna Citation Ultra?
Published range is 4,010 km for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 3,250 km for the Cessna Citation Ultra.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and the Cessna Citation Ultra?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,900/hr for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and $2,400/hr for the Cessna Citation Ultra.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 vs the Cessna Citation Ultra?
EmptyJet currently lists 59 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2 and 203 for the Cessna Citation Ultra. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.