Midsize Jet
Citation XLS Private Jet Charter
The Citation XLS is a midsize jet with a maximum range of 1,989 nm, 8 seats. SkyAccess tracks 4 active Citation XLS aircraft across 4 certified charter operators, with 10 upcoming empty legs published on this type.
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Citation XLS specs and range
- Seats
- 8
- Max range
- 1,989 nm
- Max speed
- 433 kts
- Cruise speed
- 433 kts
- Ceiling
- 45,000 ft
- Cabin L × W × H
- 18 ft 7 in × 5 ft 5 in × 5 ft 7 in
- Cabin volume
- 422 cu ft
- Engines
- 2 × Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545B
- Max takeoff weight
- 20,200 lb
The Citation XLS is a midsize jet with 8 seats and a published maximum range of 1,989 nm (about 2,289 miles or 3,684 km).
It has a top speed of 433 knots (about 498 mph), a normal cruise speed of 433 knots, a service ceiling of 45,000 ft and a maximum takeoff weight of 20,200 lb. It is powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW545B engines.
The cabin measures 18 ft 7 in long, 5 ft 5 in wide and 5 ft 7 in tall, with 422 cu ft of interior volume.
Operators flying the Citation XLS (4)
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Upcoming Citation XLS empty legs
Active Citation XLS aircraft on SkyAccess (4)
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Tail numbers, year, operator, and base for the 4 active Citation XLS aircraft on SkyAccess are available to members.
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Frequently asked about Citation XLS charter
- How far can the Citation XLS fly?
- The Citation XLS has a published maximum range of 1,989 nautical miles (about 2,289 statute miles). On paper that covers a trip like New York (TEB) to Palm Beach (PBI), about 900 nm, without a fuel stop. Headwinds, passenger and baggage weight, weather and runway length all reduce real range, so the operator confirms the routing and any fuel stop on your quote.
- How many seats does the Citation XLS have?
- The Citation XLS has 8 seats. Cabin layouts differ between aircraft, so the seat count of the specific aircraft offered is confirmed on your quote.
- How much does it cost to charter a Citation XLS?
- Citation XLS charter pricing varies by route, time to departure, and operator. Empty leg pricing on the Citation XLS is typically 25 to 75% below a comparable full charter, and operators can set a listing's price to step down as departure approaches. A full on-demand charter on the same aircraft is the right product for fixed-date trips.
- Which operators fly the Citation XLS?
- 4 certified charter operators currently fly the Citation XLS on SkyAccess, with 4 active aircraft on the certificates. Each operator's profile lists the specific tail numbers, year of manufacture, base location, and current FAA registration status.
- Are there Citation XLS empty leg flights available?
- SkyAccess currently has 10 upcoming Citation XLS empty leg flights published across partner operators. Inventory turns over hourly as operators publish new positioning legs and existing legs are booked. Set a saved-search alert on the model to be notified when new Citation XLS empty legs appear.
- Is the Citation XLS a safe aircraft to charter?
- The Citation XLS is a type-certificated airframe. Safety at the trip level depends on the operator, not the airframe model. Every operator on SkyAccess holds an active air carrier certificate (Part 135 in the U.S., or the equivalent authority abroad), and many carry additional third-party audits (ARGUS, Wyvern, IS-BAO). Check the operator's profile for their specific certification and audit history.