Light Jet · Comparison
Cessna Citation Ultra vs Nextant 400XT
Side-by-side Light Jet analysis of the Cessna Citation Ultra and Nextant 400XT: cabin capacity, published range, typical hourly operating cost, runway needs, and how each model shows up in EmptyJet empty-leg inventory today.
- Class
- Light Jet
- Seats
- 7 / 7
- Range
- 3,250 km / 3,740 km
How to choose
Cabin and capacity: the Cessna Citation Ultra is configured for 7 seats with cabin height 1.4 m; the Nextant 400XT offers 7 seats and 1.4 m cabin height. Choose the roomier cabin when passenger count or stand-up comfort matters more than brochure range.
Mission fit: published range is 3,250 km for the Cessna Citation Ultra versus 3,740 km for the Nextant 400XT, with cruise speeds of 770 km/h and 822 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 $2,400/hr for the Cessna Citation Ultra and $2,700/hr for the Nextant 400XT. Takeoff runway guidance is 1100 m versus 1300 m — relevant when destination airports are short-field.
Empty-leg market signal on EmptyJet: 203 live public offers for the Cessna Citation Ultra and 9 for the Nextant 400XT 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 Ultra | Nextant 400XT |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Cessna | Nextant Aerospace |
| Category | Light Jet | Light Jet |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Range | 3,250 km | 3,740 km |
| Cruise speed | 770 km/h | 822 km/h |
| Typical hourly cost | $2,400/hr | $2,700/hr |
| Cabin height | 1.4 m | 1.4 m |
| Takeoff runway | 1100 m | 1300 m |
| Empty-leg offers on EmptyJet | 203 | 9 |
Key takeaways
On published range, the Nextant 400XT covers more distance (3,740 km vs 3,250 km). Typical hourly cost favors the Cessna Citation Ultra ($2,400/hr vs $2,700/hr). EmptyJet currently lists more empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Ultra (203 vs 9).
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FAQ
Which seats more passengers, the Cessna Citation Ultra or the Nextant 400XT?
Published seating is 7 for the Cessna Citation Ultra and 7 for the Nextant 400XT.
Which has longer range, the Cessna Citation Ultra or the Nextant 400XT?
Published range is 3,250 km for the Cessna Citation Ultra and 3,740 km for the Nextant 400XT.
What is the typical hourly cost difference between the Cessna Citation Ultra and the Nextant 400XT?
Typical hourly cost is listed at $2,400/hr for the Cessna Citation Ultra and $2,700/hr for the Nextant 400XT.
How many empty-leg offers does EmptyJet list for the Cessna Citation Ultra vs the Nextant 400XT?
EmptyJet currently lists 203 empty-leg offers for the Cessna Citation Ultra and 9 for the Nextant 400XT. Counts change as listings appear or leave the catalog.