Charter a Citation CJ3+ or CJ3 Gen2 Private Jet
Get an Instant Citation CJ3+ & CJ3 Gen2 Charter Cost Estimate
Private Jets Type:
Light Jet
Estimated Price Per Hour:
$3,200
Seating:
up to 9
Citation CJ3+ and CJ3 Gen2 Private Charter Flights
The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is one of the largest light jets you can charter. It seats up to nine passengers, cruises at up to 416 knots and can fly about 2,040 nm without refueling. That’s enough for most domestic trips, from a quick hop between nearby cities to a nonstop flight halfway across the country.
The newer Citation CJ3 Gen2 entered service in January 2026. It has the same speed and range, plus an updated cockpit and cabin. When you book through Mercury Jets, we’ll quote whichever version is available near your departure airport.
Citation CJ3+ Charter Rates
The average cost to charter a Citation CJ3+ is around $3,200 per hour. The CJ3 Gen2 is still new to charter fleets, so we quote it on request. For rates and availability, fill in the flight request form or call our agents 24/7 at +1 (212) 840-8000.
Citation CJ3+ Overview
Cessna unveiled the original Citation CJ3 in September 2002, and deliveries began in December 2004. The FAA certified the upgraded CJ3+ in 2014. Its biggest change was the Garmin G3000 flight deck, with touchscreen controllers and a digital Garmin GFC 700 autopilot.
Two Williams FJ44-3A engines, each rated at 2,820 lb of thrust, take the CJ3+ up to 45,000 ft, well above most airline traffic. It needs about 3,180 ft of runway at maximum weight, so it can use many smaller airports that bigger jets can’t.
For more information on chartering a Citation CJ3+, price out your flight above or call our agents 24/7 at +1 (212) 840-8000.
Citation CJ3 Gen2
Textron Aviation unveiled the Citation CJ3 Gen2 in September 2023 as the successor to the CJ3+. The FAA certified it in October 2025, and the first one was delivered in January 2026. Its speed, range and runway needs match the CJ3+. The updates are inside.
The cockpit adds autothrottles, Garmin GDL 60 connectivity and 4.5 inches of extra pilot legroom. In the cabin, the seats sit on tracks, so operators can change the layout. Each pedestal seat has wireless phone charging, and there are USB-C ports and ambient lighting. Ground crews can service the lavatory from outside the aircraft.
The next model, the Citation CJ3 Gen3, is expected to enter service in 2027 with Garmin Emergency Autoland. Like the Citation M2 Gen2, the CJ3 Gen2 is part of Textron’s Gen2 update of its Citation light jets.
General Performance
| Max Cruise Speed | 416 KTAS |
|---|---|
| Max Range | 2,040 nm |
| Certified Ceiling | 45,000 ft |
| Takeoff Distance | 3,180 ft |
| Landing Distance | 2,770 ft |
| Engines | 2 × Williams FJ44-3A |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 13,870 lb |
Textron figures for the Citation CJ3 Gen2, which match the CJ3+. Range is for a ferry flight at long-range cruise with NBAA IFR reserves.
Cabin Size
| Length | 15 ft 8 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 4 ft 10 in |
| Height | 4 ft 9 in |
| Baggage | 65 cu ft, 1,000 lb |
Citation CJ3+ Interior
The cabin is 15 ft 8 in long, which is enough room for a club group of four facing seats plus extra seating that varies by aircraft. There’s a private lavatory at the back. At 4 ft 9 in high, you’ll sit for the flight rather than stand, which is normal for a light jet.
The CJ3+ has more baggage space than most light jets: 65 cu ft spread across the nose and tail. That’s room for a full-size suitcase per passenger, and often golf bags or skis as well. Tell us what you’re bringing when you book, and we’ll check that it fits.
FAQ: Citation CJ3+ and CJ3 Gen2
Textron lists a maximum range of 2,040 nm (about 2,350 miles) for a ferry flight with no passengers. With people and bags on board, it still covers trips like New York to Miami, Dallas to New York or Chicago to Denver nonstop.
About 5 hours on full fuel at long-range cruise. With a full cabin, it carries less fuel, so expect shorter legs.
About 3,180 ft to take off at maximum weight and 2,770 ft to land.
They have the same speed, range and runway performance. The CJ3 Gen2 adds autothrottles, more pilot legroom, seats on tracks for flexible layouts, wireless charging and an externally serviceable lavatory.
