Very Light Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation M2 vs Cirrus Vision Jet SF50
Side-by-side Very Light Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation M2 and Cirrus Vision Jet SF50: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Very Light Jet
- Seats
- 6 / 4
- Range
- 2,870 km / 2,222 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation M2 is configured for 6 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 offers 4 seats and 1.3 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 2,870 km for the Cessna Citation M2 versus 2,222 km for the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50, with cruise speeds of 748 km/h and 555 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 $2,200/hr for the Cessna Citation M2 and $1,500/hr for the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50. Takeoff runway guidance is 978 m versus 700 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 55 live public offers for the Cessna Citation M2 and 22 for the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 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 M2 | Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Cirrus |
| Category | Very Light Jet | Very Light Jet |
| Seats | 6 | 4 |
| Range | 2,870 km | 2,222 km |
| Cruise speed | 748 km/h | 555 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,200/hr | $1,500/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.3 m |
| Takeoff runway | 978 m | 700 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 55 | 22 |
Key takeaways
The Cessna Citation M2 seats more passengers (6 vs 4). On published range, the Cessna Citation M2 covers more distance (2,870 km vs 2,222 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 ($1,500/hr vs $2,200/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation M2 (55 vs 22).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation M2 or the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50?
Published seating is 6 for the Cessna Citation M2 and 4 for the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation M2 or the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50?
Published range is 2,870 km for the Cessna Citation M2 and 2,222 km for the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation M2 and the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,200/hr for the Cessna Citation M2 and $1,500/hr for the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation M2 vs the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50?
EmptyJet currently lists 55 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation M2 and 22 for the Cirrus Vision Jet SF50. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.