Charter a Citation Latitude: Cabin, Range, Cost

The Citation Latitude in figures

The data below comes from the manufacturer, Textron Aviation (Cessna), under standard conditions. Real-world performance varies with payload, weather and airport elevation.

A cabin that changed its category

The Latitude's number one selling point comes down to three measurements. 6 ft (1.83 m) of headroom with a perfectly flat floor, a first in the midsize category at launch: you can walk upright through the whole cabin. 77 in (1.96 m) of width, the widest cabin Cessna has ever designed. And a cabin altitude of 4,950 ft while cruising at 41,000 ft, which noticeably reduces fatigue on a four-hour flight.

The hold is the second strength: 3.6 m3 and 565 kg of luggage, a volume Textron presents as best in class. Skis, golf bags or the luggage of a party of eight fit without trade-offs, a real consideration on leisure flights. An enclosed lavatory and refreshment centre complete the layout.

What 2,700 nm actually allows

The 2,700 nm maximum range is quoted with four passengers and regulatory reserves. In practice, the manufacturer highlights routes such as Geneva to Dubai or Los Angeles to New York nonstop. From Paris, the entire Mediterranean rim is within direct reach: Athens, Cairo, Casablanca, Reykjavik, as well as London to Tel Aviv, a route regularly cited by operators.

With a take-off distance of 1,091 m at maximum weight, the Latitude serves the vast majority of European business airports. Demanding platforms such as London City are advertised as accessible by operators, subject to airframe certification and crew qualification. Let us be clear about the limit: this is neither an altiport aircraft nor a very short-runway specialist, and a lighter jet remains the better choice for La Môle or Courchevel.

Where it sits, and against whom

Within Cessna, the Latitude fills the historic gap between the Citation XLS+ (2,100 nm) and the Citation Sovereign, whose wing it shares with a wider fuselage. Above it, the Citation Longitude stretches the formula to 3,500 nm with a longer cabin.

One vocabulary point worth knowing before comparing quotes: Cessna classes the Latitude as a midsize jet, but part of the market, including our own website, lists it as super midsize for its cabin and range. You will therefore find it under both categories depending on the broker, without the aircraft on offer changing. Our article on private jet categories details these families.

Against the competition, honesty calls for two qualifications. The Embraer Praetor 600 flies significantly further (4,018 nm) and makes more sense on transcontinental missions. The Challenger 350 offers an even wider cabin and 3,200 nm, at a higher hourly rate. The Latitude wins on the cost-comfort equation: a near super midsize cabin at a midsize rate, which explains its best-seller status.

Availability and charter cost

The Latitude is one of the easiest aircraft to source for charter. The global fleet exceeds 400 aircraft (industry analysts estimated it at 435 as of mid-2026), including around a hundred in the NetJets fleet, and several European operators fly it. On a short-notice request, it is one of the models that comes up most often.

On budget, broker rate cards show around $4,000 to $5,500 per flight hour on the US market; in Europe, the level depends on local availability and season, and sits in a comparable range. The final price depends mainly on aircraft positioning, parking at destination and airport charges. For reference, the list price ran at around $17 to 19 million new depending on model year, with pre-owned aircraft starting near $12.5 million. To optimise the budget, empty leg flights occasionally offer a Latitude at a reduced rate, and our private jet rental cost page explains how the price is built.

Chartering a Citation Latitude with IBC Aviation

IBC Aviation is an independent broker: we do not own aircraft, we compare the Latitude aircraft available from certified operators for your dates and itinerary, and we put forward the most relevant option, including a competing model if the mission calls for it. A Praetor 600 for a seven-hour flight, a light jet for ninety minutes: our role is to put you on the right aircraft, to or from your destination. See our private jet charter page or contact our teams directly.

Private jet charter with IBC Aviation:

Our teams advise you on the private jet best suited to your itinerary and requirements, and organise your trip to or from your destination. Available 24/7:

• France: +33 1 41 69 88 88
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• Email: contact@ibc-aviation.com

Frequently asked questions

What is the range of the Citation Latitude?

2,700 nm, or 5,000 km, as quoted by Textron Aviation with four passengers and regulatory reserves. That covers nonstop sectors such as Geneva to Dubai, Paris to Cairo or London to Tel Aviv. With a full cabin and depending on weather, practical range sits closer to 4,500 km.

How many passengers does the Citation Latitude carry?

Up to 9 passengers by certification, but the most common charter layout seats 7 or 8 in a club arrangement, with an enclosed lavatory and refreshment centre. The cabin is 1.83 m high and 1.96 m wide, with a flat floor that lets passengers walk upright.

How much does it cost to charter a Citation Latitude?

Broker rate cards show around $4,000 to $5,500 per flight hour on the US market, at a comparable level in Europe depending on availability and season. The final price depends on aircraft positioning, parking at destination and airport charges. A precise quotation is prepared for each request, and empty leg flights can sometimes reduce the bill.

Is the Citation Latitude a midsize or a super midsize jet?

Both classifications coexist. Cessna presents it as a midsize, positioned between the Citation XLS+ and the Sovereign, but part of the market, including our own website, lists it as super midsize for its 1.83 m stand-up cabin, 1.96 m width and 2,700 nm range. You will therefore see it under both categories depending on the broker, without the aircraft on offer changing.

Can the Citation Latitude land at London City or small airports?

With a take-off distance of 1,091 m at maximum weight, it serves the vast majority of European business airports. Demanding platforms such as London City are advertised as accessible by operators, subject to airframe certification and crew qualification. It is not, however, an altiport aircraft or a very short-runway specialist: for La Môle or Courchevel, a lighter jet remains the better choice.