Cessna Citation CJ4/Gen2

The Citation CJ4 entered service in 2010 as the flagship of Cessna's CitationJet line, 21 inches longer than the CJ3 with a new moderately swept wing derived from the Citation Sovereign and more powerful Williams FJ44-4A engines. The CJ4 Gen2 followed in 2021 with cabin and avionics upgrades. It is the only CitationJet with the range to reach across the full Caribbean and most US coast-to-region pairs nonstop, while retaining the short-runway access and economics of the light-jet class.

The Citation CJ4 cabin seats up to 9 passengers across a 17.3-foot interior, the longest and quietest in the CitationJet family, with a center-club layout and optional couch seating. It is the most comfortable CJ cabin and the one best suited to the longer trips the type can fly.

• Headroom is 4 feet 8 inches at the center aisle. Passengers cannot stand upright, but the extra length and width over the CJ3 make it the roomiest cabin in the line.
• Baggage capacity of 77 cubic feet, the largest in the family, across nose and aft compartments handles up to seven passengers with full luggage, skis, or golf bags.
• A fully enclosed lavatory is standard, externally serviced, with a sink option on the Gen2.
• The CJ4 Gen2 adds a wireless cabin management system, upgraded seating, CoolView skylights, and an onboard media server. Wi-Fi varies by operator, so confirm at booking.

Cessna introduced the Citation CJ4 Gen2 in 2021 as an updated variant of the original CJ4. Performance is unchanged; the Gen2's improvements are concentrated in the cabin and systems. Both are in the current charter fleet.

For most CJ4 charter routes the performance is identical between CJ4 and CJ4 Gen2. The Gen2 offers a more modern cabin and management system. If a Gen2 is available at a similar price, it is generally the preferred option.

The Citation CJ4 performs best on longer routes that use its 2,165nm range, the farthest in the CitationJet family. These represent its most common charter missions.

Citation CJ4 charter rates run $2,500 to $3,500 per flight hour, the top of the CitationJet family and reflecting its greater range and cabin. Total one-way trip pricing depends on route distance, positioning, and demand. For a current Citation CJ4 quote, contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573.

The $2,500 to $3,500 hourly rate for a Citation CJ4 charter covers core operational costs. Additional fees and services are quoted separately on every trip, which is important to understand when comparing total trip prices.

• Aircraft operation: fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate.
• Two certificated pilots: required for all CJ4 charter operations, though the type is single-pilot certified.
• Federal excise tax and segment fees: federally mandated, quoted separately.
• Positioning costs: charged if the aircraft must reposition to your departure airport.
• International handling fees: these apply on Caribbean and other international legs.

Contact Hogani Jets for final pricing and more details.

When buyers cross-shop the CJ4, the two most common comparisons are the Embraer Phenom 300 and the Pilatus PC-24. The Phenom 300 is a popular light jet with similar speed and a slightly larger cabin; the PC-24 offers a bigger cabin and rough-field capability but a slower cruise. 

The table below shows where each fits.

The Citation CJ4 is most frequently chartered on longer East Coast, transcontinental-lite, and full-Caribbean routes that use its range. Links below connect to relevant route and destination pages.

• New York to Miami: a core CJ4 run for 6 to 7 pax.
• Miami to Turks and Caicos: within CJ4 range, unlike the shorter CJs.
• Miami to San Juan: the CJ4 reaches the longer Caribbean legs nonstop.
• Caribbean private jet charter: the CJ4 covers the full region.

Hogani Jets coordinates each Cessna Citation CJ4/Gen2 charter through licensed Part 135 operators. Hogani Jets does not operate the aircraft directly. Every charter is conducted by a licensed Part 135 direct air carrier whose crew, maintenance, and operations remain under that carrier's independent operational control, with certifications and safety records reviewed as part of every booking.

Ready to book a Citation CJ4 private jet or want to check availability? Contact Hogani Jets for a tailored Citation CJ4 quote. Call +1-855-660-0573 or email charter@hoganijets.com, and our team will coordinate the right aircraft and operator for your trip.

How much does it cost to charter a Citation CJ4?

Citation CJ4 charter rates run $2,500 to $3,500 per flight hour, the top of the CitationJet family. One-way trip pricing ranges from about $10,000 for shorter runs to $24,000 for longer Caribbean legs like Miami to San Juan. Pricing varies by route, positioning, and season.

How many passengers can the Citation CJ4 carry?

The Citation CJ4 seats up to 8 passengers comfortably, with a high-density maximum of 9. Most operators configure for 6 to 7. It is the roomiest CitationJet, with the longest cabin and most baggage space in the family.

What is the range of the Citation CJ4?

The Citation CJ4 has a range of 2,165 nautical miles (2,491 miles) at typical charter payload, the farthest in the CitationJet family. This reaches the full Caribbean, including Turks and Caicos and San Juan, and most US coast-to-region city pairs nonstop, which the shorter CJ1, CJ2, and CJ3 cannot.

What is the difference between the Citation CJ4 and CJ4 Gen2?

The Citation CJ4 Gen2, introduced in 2021, keeps the same performance as the original CJ4 but adds cabin and systems upgrades: a wireless cabin management system, upgraded seating, CoolView skylights, and an onboard media server. The Gen2 typically prices at the upper end of the light-jet charter range.

How does the CJ4 compare to the rest of the CitationJet family?

The CJ4 is the flagship. It has more range (2,165 nm), a longer cabin, more baggage, and a higher cruise speed than the CJ3 (1,875 nm), CJ2 (1,613 nm), and CJ1 (1,328 nm). It is the only CitationJet that reaches the full Caribbean and most US coast-to-region pairs nonstop, while keeping light-jet economics.

Can the Citation CJ4 land at short-runway airports?

Yes. The CJ4 needs about 3,410 feet of runway at sea level under standard conditions, keeping the short-field access the CitationJet line is known for despite its greater size and range, which is valuable for Caribbean island and mountain airports.

What is the best aircraft for longer Caribbean trips on a light-jet budget?

Within the light-jet class, the CJ4 is the answer: its 2,165 nm range reaches Turks and Caicos, San Juan, and the wider Caribbean nonstop, where the CJ1, CJ2, and CJ3 fall short, while keeping light-jet operating costs. For more cabin, the Phenom 300 or a midsize jet is the alternative.

Is Hogani Jets a direct air carrier?

No. Hogani Jets is an air charter broker and does not own or operate aircraft. All Citation CJ4 charters are facilitated through licensed Part 135 direct air carriers, who maintain full operational control and regulatory compliance for every flight.