Super Midsize Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation Sovereign vs Dassault Falcon 2000LX
Side-by-side Super Midsize Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Sovereign and Dassault Falcon 2000LX: 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 / 10
- Range
- 5,273 km / 7,400 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Sovereign is configured for 9 seats with cabin height 1.7 m; the Dassault Falcon 2000LX offers 10 seats and 1.9 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 5,273 km for the Cessna Citation Sovereign versus 7,400 km for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX, with cruise speeds of 850 km/h and 851 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 $3,500/hr for the Cessna Citation Sovereign and $3,750/hr for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX. Takeoff runway guidance is 1145 m versus 1620 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 40 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Sovereign and 46 for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX 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 Sovereign | Dassault Falcon 2000LX |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Dassault |
| Category | Super Midsize Jet | Super Midsize Jet |
| Seats | 9 | 10 |
| Range | 5,273 km | 7,400 km |
| Cruise speed | 850 km/h | 851 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $3,500/hr | $3,750/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.7 m | 1.9 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1145 m | 1620 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 40 | 46 |
Key takeaways
The Dassault Falcon 2000LX seats more passengers (10 vs 9). On published range, the Dassault Falcon 2000LX covers more distance (7,400 km vs 5,273 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation Sovereign ($3,500/hr vs $3,750/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX (46 vs 40).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Sovereign or the Dassault Falcon 2000LX?
Published seating is 9 for the Cessna Citation Sovereign and 10 for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Sovereign or the Dassault Falcon 2000LX?
Published range is 5,273 km for the Cessna Citation Sovereign and 7,400 km for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Sovereign and the Dassault Falcon 2000LX?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $3,500/hr for the Cessna Citation Sovereign and $3,750/hr for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Sovereign vs the Dassault Falcon 2000LX?
EmptyJet currently lists 40 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Sovereign and 46 for the Dassault Falcon 2000LX. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.