Super Midsize Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation Longitude vs Cessna Citation Sovereign
Side-by-side Super Midsize Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Longitude and Cessna Citation Sovereign: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Super Midsize Jet
- Seats
- 9 / 9
- Range
- 6,482 km / 5,273 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Longitude is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.8 m; the Cessna Citation Sovereign offers 9 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 6,482 km for the Cessna Citation Longitude versus 5,273 km for the Cessna Citation Sovereign, with cruise speeds of 880 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 $3,800/hr for the Cessna Citation Longitude and $3,500/hr for the Cessna Citation Sovereign. Takeoff runway guidance is 1460 m versus 1145 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 28 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 40 for the Cessna Citation Sovereign 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 Longitude | Cessna Citation Sovereign |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Cessna |
| Category | Super Midsize Jet | Super Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 9 | 9 |
| Range | 6,482 km | 5,273 km |
| Cruise speed | 880 km/h | 850 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,800/hr | $3,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.8 m | 1.7 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1460 m | 1145 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 28 | 40 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Cessna Citation Longitude covers more distance (6,482 km vs 5,273 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation Sovereign ($3,500/hr vs $3,800/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Sovereign (40 vs 28).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Longitude or the Cessna Citation Sovereign?
Published seating is 9 for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 9 for the Cessna Citation Sovereign.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Longitude or the Cessna Citation Sovereign?
Published range is 6,482 km for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 5,273 km for the Cessna Citation Sovereign.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Longitude and the Cessna Citation Sovereign?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,800/hr for the Cessna Citation Longitude and $3,500/hr for the Cessna Citation Sovereign.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Longitude vs the Cessna Citation Sovereign?
EmptyJet currently lists 28 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 40 for the Cessna Citation Sovereign. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.