Citation III Private Jet Charter – Specifications, Price and Availability

The Citation III is a Midsize private jet designed for up to 8 passengers offering a flight range of up to 4500 km. JETVIP provides Citation III charter services worldwide with an average hourly rate starting from 3200 €. On this page you will find full aircraft specifications, cabin layouts, photos and exclusive JETVIP ratings — reliability 72/100, popularity 3.3/5.

Cessna Aircraft Citation III exterior photos

Model

Citation III

Category: Midsize Jet

Cessna Aircraft model's catalog (42)

Passenger Capacity

up to 8 pax

Cruise Speed

874 km/h

Maximum Range

4500 km

Cabin Height

1.74 m.

Cabin Length

4.88 m.

Cabin Width

1.68 m.

Luggage

1.73 cub.m

Model's popularity rating

3.3

Model's reliability rating

72.0

Larger and faster business jet in the Citation line

Rental price (1h.)

~3200€

Citation III plane's characteristics

Measure system: Metric

Technical

Maximum Flight Time:

4 h.

Maximum Range:

4500 km

Cruise Speed:

874 km/h

Service Ceiling:

15500 m

Maximum Takeoff Weight (MTOW):

9979 kg

Number of Engines:

Engine Model:

Garrett TFE731

Landing Distance:

728 m

Takeoff Distance:

1533 m

Cabin

Passenger Capacity:

up to 8 pax

Cabin Length:

4.88 m

Cabin Width:

1.68 m

Cabin Height:

1.74 m

Number of Cabin Zones:

Cabin Volume:

12.26 cub.m

Baggage Volume:

1.73 cub.m

The Capacity of Large Suitcases.:

up to 5 units

Plane size

Aircraft Length:

16.9 m

Aircraft Height:

5.12 m

Wingspan:

16.31 m

JETVIP Market Data

Approximate Purchase Price:

$800 000 Used

Cessna Citation III — Charter or Purchase with JETVIP

The Cessna Citation III is a midsize jet known for its speed, range, and comfort — a true workhorse of business aviation. Built to deliver coast-to-coast performance and a spacious cabin in a cost-efficient package, it remains a reliable and attractive choice for charter clients and jet owners who want performance without compromise.

Why Choose the Citation III?

High-Speed Travel
With a cruising speed of 870 km/h, the Citation III is one of the fastest jets in its class. It gets you to your destination quickly, making it perfect for executives on tight schedules.
Solid Range and Reach
The aircraft offers a maximum range of 3,590 km, allowing for nonstop flights such as Geneva to Dubai or New York to Houston — ideal for regional and mid-continental missions.
Spacious and Comfortable Interior
The cabin seats up to 7 passengers and offers a standing height of 1.73 m, with a cabin length of 5.64 m and width of 1.68 m. It includes a refreshment center, folding tables, and an enclosed lavatory.
Great Performance at a Great Price
The Citation III delivers excellent value in private aviation — with strong performance and lower operating costs than many jets in its class.
Smooth Ride and Climb Capability
Thanks to its twin Honeywell TFE731 engines and aerodynamic design, it handles weather and high altitudes with ease, climbing to 15,545 m at speed.

Aircraft Specifications

Cruising speed: 870 km/h
Max range: 3,590 km
Max altitude: 15,545 m
Passenger capacity: up to 7
Cabin length: 5.64 m
Cabin width: 1.68 m
Cabin height: 1.73 m
Baggage capacity: approx. 1.9 m³

What Our Clients Say

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“We charter the Citation III regularly for business trips within Europe. It’s fast, comfortable, and cost-efficient — JETVIP always delivers top-notch service.”
— Leon V., Finance Executive

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“For mid-range flights, the Citation III offers great comfort and speed. Plenty of space to work and relax — it’s a solid performer.”
— Alex W., Creative Agency Owner

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“We added the Citation III to our fleet with support from JETVIP. They handled the transaction with care and full transparency.”
— Andrey K., Charter Operator

Charter or Own the Citation III with JETVIP

Whether you’re looking to charter a jet for your next business mission or want to purchase your own reliable midsize aircraft, the Cessna Citation III is an excellent choice. JETVIP provides full-service support, from flight planning to ownership management.

📞 Get in touch today — and your Citation III can be ready for takeoff within hours.

Estimated charter cost for the Citation III on popular routes

The prices below show estimated one-way costs for a with a load of 3 passengers. Rates are based on historical data and the average market price for this aircraft type. The final quote will be confirmed by a JETVIP manager and depends on the travel dates, route, aircraft availability, airport fees, and selected services.

Direction

Tokyo → Naha

Cost of flight

from 3,800,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 29 m.

Direction

Jeju City → Seoul

Cost of flight

from 2,111,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 11 m.

Direction

Jeddah → Riyadh

Cost of flight

from 2,729,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 40 m.

Direction

Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City

Cost of flight

from 3,189,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 1 m.

Direction

Cairo → Jeddah

Cost of flight

from 3,279,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 5 m.

Direction

Sapporo → Tokyo

Cost of flight

from 2,675,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 37 m.

Direction

Guangzhou → Shanghai

Cost of flight

from 3,218,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 2 m.

Direction

Mumbai → Delhi

Cost of flight

from 3,159,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 0 m.

Direction

Beijing → Shanghai

Cost of flight

from 3,066,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 55 m.

Direction

Hong Kong → Taipei

Cost of flight

from 2,657,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 36 m.

Direction

Sydney → Melbourne

Cost of flight

from 2,503,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 29 m.

Direction

Fukuoka → Tokyo

Cost of flight

from 2,774,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 42 m.

Direction

Moscow → Istanbul

Cost of flight

from 6,638,000 ₽

Flight time

4 h. 40 m.

Direction

Moscow → Novosibirsk

Cost of flight

from 5,746,500 ₽

Flight time

3 h. 59 m.

Direction

Moscow → Minsk

Cost of flight

from 2,379,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 24 m.

Direction

Moscow → Saint Petersburg

Cost of flight

from 2,382,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 24 m.

Direction

Moscow → Sochi

Cost of flight

from 4,811,500 ₽

Flight time

3 h. 16 m.

Direction

Moscow → Kazan’

Cost of flight

from 2,579,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 33 m.

Direction

Moscow → Irkutsk

Cost of flight

from 7,922,500 ₽

Flight time

5 h. 40 m.

Direction

Moscow → Yekaterinburg

Cost of flight

from 3,656,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 23 m.

Direction

Moscow → Kaliningrad

Cost of flight

from 3,046,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 54 m.

Direction

Moscow → Dubai

Cost of flight

from 7,047,500 ₽

Flight time

4 h. 59 m.

Direction

Madrid → Carrizal

Cost of flight

from 4,120,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 44 m.

Direction

Rome → Milan

Cost of flight

from 2,205,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 16 m.

Direction

Düsseldorf → Palma

Cost of flight

from 3,473,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 14 m.

Direction

London → Dublin

Cost of flight

from 2,112,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 11 m.

Direction

London → Barcelona

Cost of flight

from 3,119,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 58 m.

Direction

Istanbul → Nice

Cost of flight

from 6,754,000 ₽

Flight time

4 h. 46 m.

Direction

Copenhagen → Oslo

Cost of flight

from 2,217,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 16 m.

Direction

Amsterdam → London

Cost of flight

from 1,991,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 6 m.

Direction

Munich → Hamburg

Cost of flight

from 2,342,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 22 m.

Direction

Rome → Madrid

Cost of flight

from 3,462,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 14 m.

Direction

Paris → London

Cost of flight

from 1,956,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 4 m.

Direction

Madrid → Barcelona

Cost of flight

from 2,164,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 14 m.

Direction

Tokyo → Naha

Cost of flight

from 3,800,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 29 m.

Direction

Jakarta → Singapore

Cost of flight

from 2,768,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 42 m.

Direction

Mumbai → Delhi

Cost of flight

from 3,159,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 0 m.

Direction

Jeju City → Busan

Cost of flight

from 1,869,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 0 m.

Direction

Bangkok → Singapore

Cost of flight

from 3,578,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 19 m.

Direction

Hong Kong → Taipei

Cost of flight

from 2,657,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 36 m.

Direction

Dubai → Riyadh

Cost of flight

from 2,759,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 41 m.

Direction

Kuala Lumpur → Singapore

Cost of flight

from 1,878,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 0 m.

Direction

Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh City

Cost of flight

from 3,189,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 1 m.

Direction

Bangkok → Hong Kong

Cost of flight

from 4,005,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 39 m.

Direction

Seoul → Tokyo

Cost of flight

from 3,351,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 8 m.

Direction

Seoul → Tajiri

Cost of flight

from 2,740,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 40 m.

Direction

Atlanta → Miami

Cost of flight

from 2,886,500 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 47 m.

Direction

Chicago → Los Angeles

Cost of flight

from 5,717,000 ₽

Flight time

3 h. 58 m.

Direction

Dallas → Denver

Cost of flight

from 3,025,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 53 m.

Direction

Atlanta → Los Angeles

Cost of flight

from 6,214,000 ₽

Flight time

4 h. 21 m.

Direction

West Palm Beach → Miami

Cost of flight

from 1,577,000 ₽

Flight time

0 h. 47 m.

Direction

Atlanta → New York

Cost of flight

from 3,286,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 5 m.

Direction

Denver → Los Angeles

Cost of flight

from 3,544,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 17 m.

Direction

New York → Miami

Cost of flight

from 4,125,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 44 m.

Direction

Miami → West Palm Beach

Cost of flight

from 1,577,000 ₽

Flight time

0 h. 47 m.

Direction

Los Angeles → Atlanta

Cost of flight

from 6,214,000 ₽

Flight time

4 h. 21 m.

Direction

Dallas → West Palm Beach

Cost of flight

from 4,109,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 43 m.

Direction

Denver → Dallas

Cost of flight

from 3,025,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 53 m.

Direction

Beijing → Chongqing

Cost of flight

from 3,661,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 23 m.

Direction

Chengdu → Shenzhen

Cost of flight

from 3,438,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 13 m.

Direction

Beijing → Shanghai

Cost of flight

from 3,066,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 55 m.

Direction

Beijing → Xianyang

Cost of flight

from 2,853,000 ₽

Flight time

1 h. 45 m.

Direction

Chengdu → Beijing

Cost of flight

from 3,804,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 29 m.

Direction

Guangzhou → Shanghai

Cost of flight

from 3,218,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 2 m.

Direction

Shanghai → Shenzhen

Cost of flight

from 3,268,500 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 5 m.

Direction

Guangzhou → Chengdu

Cost of flight

from 3,294,000 ₽

Flight time

2 h. 6 m.

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Operating costs Citation III

Variable costs

200 hours per year

400 hours/year

Fuel cost $400/gallon

200 hours per year $242,880

400 hours/year $485,760
Support

200 hours per year $48,000

400 hours/year $48,000
Engine repair

200 hours per year $133,053

400 hours/year $133,053
Additional crew/landing/processing costs

200 hours per year $40,000

400 hours/year $80,000
Variable costs

200 hours per year $5,000

400 hours/year $10,000
Insurance

200 hours per year $5,598

400 hours/year $5,598

Fixed costs

Crew

200 hours per year $244,344

400 hours/year $244,344
Crew training

200 hours per year $25,585

400 hours/year $25,585
Hangar

200 hours per year $33,785

400 hours/year $33,785

Total

$994,137

$1,616,949

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Frequently Asked Questions about Citation III

How much luggage can the Citation III carry?

The Citation III luggage compartment can hold up to 1.73 m3 luggage. That's about 5 large L suitcases.

What is included in the charter price of the Citation III ?

The basic price includes: aircraft rental with crew, fuel for the specified route, VIP terminals, VIP catering, personal manager services. Additional services (aircraft treatment with de-icing liquid in winter, WIFI internet, unique catering, transfers, security, special requests) are paid separately.

How many hours in advance can I book the Citation III with JETVIP?

In most cases, we can arrange departure within 3-5 hours after confirmation of the application. We work 24/7 and are ready to offer an operational solution for urgent departures.

Are pets allowed on board the Citation III ?

Yes, you can travel with pets upon prior arrangement. JETVIP will help you take into account all the requirements for the comfort of your pets. If necessary, we will help with consultation and preparation of all necessary documents.

How does the private jet charter process for the Citation III work with JETVIP?

Renting a plane Citation III is very simple. By phone, by whatsap, by telegram through the website using the calculator of the cost of a flight on a private jet or send a request from the website, as well as by email.

What is the minimum runway length required for the Citation III to take off and land?

The Citation III aircraft requires a takeoff distance of 1533 m and landing distance of 728 m.

Which engines are installed on the Citation III ?

The Citation III is powered by engines Garrett TFE731

What is the baggage capacity of the Citation III and how many standard suitcases fit?

The luggage compartment holds up to 1.73 m3 luggage, allowing you to place suitcases, business bags, sports equipment or small carry-on items.

How many passengers does the model Citation III can take?

The Citation III has typical seating for 8 pax passengers.

What are the cabin dimensions of the Citation III (length, width, height)?

The Citation III aircraft cabin has the following dimensions: cabin height 1.74 m. , cabin width 1.68 m. , cabin length 4.88 m. (from the cockpit to the luggage compartment.)

What is the typical cruise altitude of the Citation III ?

The Citation III has a service ceiling of 15500 m..

What is the maximum cruise speed of the Citation III ?

The max cruise speed of the Citation III is 874 km./h..

What is the maximum range of the Citation III ?

The Citation III has a max range of 4500 km.

What are the operating costs (DOC) of the Citation III ?

The DOC for the Citation III is $622,812.

How much does it cost to charter the Citation III on popular routes?

Rental prices depend on the route, flight duration, number of passengers and additional services on board. On average, an hour of flight on Citation III costs around 3200 € per hour of flight euros. For an exact price, please contact the JETVIP team or use our development - online calculator of the cost of a flight on a business jet.

What is the price of a new Citation III business jet?

The Cessna Aircraft Citation III list price is $800 000 Used