Midsize Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation Excel vs Hawker 800XP
Side-by-side Midsize Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Excel and Hawker 800XP: 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
- 3,400 km / 4,700 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Excel is configured for 8 seats with cabin height 1.7 m; the Hawker 800XP offers 8 seats and 1.8 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 3,400 km for the Cessna Citation Excel versus 4,700 km for the Hawker 800XP, with cruise speeds of 793 km/h and 833 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 $3,200/hr for the Cessna Citation Excel and $3,300/hr for the Hawker 800XP. Takeoff runway guidance is 1100 m versus 1670 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 155 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Excel and 49 for the Hawker 800XP 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 Excel | Hawker 800XP |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Hawker Beechcraft |
| Category | Midsize Jet | Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 8 | 8 |
| Range | 3,400 km | 4,700 km |
| Cruise speed | 793 km/h | 833 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,200/hr | $3,300/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.7 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1100 m | 1670 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 155 | 49 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Hawker 800XP covers more distance (4,700 km vs 3,400 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation Excel ($3,200/hr vs $3,300/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Excel (155 vs 49).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Excel or the Hawker 800XP?
Published seating is 8 for the Cessna Citation Excel and 8 for the Hawker 800XP.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Excel or the Hawker 800XP?
Published range is 3,400 km for the Cessna Citation Excel and 4,700 km for the Hawker 800XP.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Excel and the Hawker 800XP?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,200/hr for the Cessna Citation Excel and $3,300/hr for the Hawker 800XP.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Excel vs the Hawker 800XP?
EmptyJet currently lists 155 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Excel and 49 for the Hawker 800XP. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.