Super Midsize Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation Longitude vs Dassault Falcon 50
Side-by-side Super Midsize Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Longitude and Dassault Falcon 50: 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 / 6,200 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Longitude is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.8 m; the Dassault Falcon 50 offers 9 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 6,482 km for the Cessna Citation Longitude versus 6,200 km for the Dassault Falcon 50, 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 $3,600/hr for the Dassault Falcon 50. Takeoff runway guidance is 1460 m versus 1520 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 28 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 5 for the Dassault Falcon 50 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 | Dassault Falcon 50 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Dassault |
| Category | Super Midsize Jet | Super Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 9 | 9 |
| Range | 6,482 km | 6,200 km |
| Cruise speed | 880 km/h | 850 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,800/hr | $3,600/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.8 m | 1.8 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1460 m | 1520 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 28 | 5 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Cessna Citation Longitude covers more distance (6,482 km vs 6,200 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Dassault Falcon 50 ($3,600/hr vs $3,800/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Longitude (28 vs 5).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Longitude or the Dassault Falcon 50?
Published seating is 9 for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 9 for the Dassault Falcon 50.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Longitude or the Dassault Falcon 50?
Published range is 6,482 km for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 6,200 km for the Dassault Falcon 50.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Longitude and the Dassault Falcon 50?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,800/hr for the Cessna Citation Longitude and $3,600/hr for the Dassault Falcon 50.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Longitude vs the Dassault Falcon 50?
EmptyJet currently lists 28 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Longitude and 5 for the Dassault Falcon 50. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.