Citation CJ2+ FAQ

Market hourly rates for the Citation CJ2+ typically run $4,800–$6,720. A 5-hour trip is in the $24,000–$33,600 band. Final pricing depends on routing, repositioning, airport fees, and service tier. Empty-leg flights save 30–55% off these rates.

The Citation CJ2+ has a published range of 1,502 nm (~2,782 km), cruising at 398 ktas with a service ceiling of 45,000 ft. Under standard payload and conditions it can fly routes such as New York ↔ Miami, London ↔ Paris, Los Angeles ↔ Las Vegas. Real-world range drops 10–15% under headwinds, full payload, and fuel reserves.

The Citation CJ2+ typically configures 6 cabin seats. Cabin dimensions are 14.2' L × 4.8' W × 4.8' H with 53 cu ft of baggage. Wi-Fi is standard. Cabin is compact — most adults stoop slightly.

Charter operators in the light jet category — including NetJets, PlaneSense, Airshare, and flyExclusive — typically operate or source aircraft like the Citation CJ2+. VOLO matches a Citation CJ2+ from our partner-operator network.

Similar light jets with comparable performance include Citation Mustang, Citation CJ3+, and Hawker 400XP. VOLO's comparison tool lets you put any of these side-by-side on range, cabin, and price for your specific trip.

The Citation CJ2+ is made by Cessna. It has a maximum speed of 418 ktas (~774 km/h) and a normal cruise of 398 ktas. Service ceiling is 45,000 ft — well above commercial cruising, which lets it route over most weather.

Submit a quote on VOLO with your origin, destination, date, and passenger count, and our matching engine returns Citation CJ2+ availability from our operator network. Empty-leg flights post 1–7 days ahead and save 30–55%. Full Citation CJ2+ specs, cabin layout, and ideal routes are on the detail page.