Cessna Citation Encore private jet (Encore+) available for charter through Hogani Jets at the airport ramp

Charter a Citation Encore Light Jet

Passengers	Range	Speed	Charter From	Best For
Up to 8	1,730 nm	467 mph (406 ktas)	$2,500 / hr	Roomy regional & mid hops

Please note that the hourly rate is not the total trip cost. Final pricing includes known fees such as landing and handling, crew, overflight permits, and taxes, plus variable costs like repositioning, de-icing, wait time, and overnights. Contact Hogani Jets for an accurate all-in quote.
Hogani Jets coordinates Citation Encore charter flights through licensed Part 135 operators, matching this large, high-payload classic light jet to roomy regional and mid-range trips. The Citation Encore is the largest of Cessna's classic light jets, the top of the Citation V and Ultra line, manufactured by Cessna (Textron Aviation) and seating up to 8 passengers. It has a range of 1,991 miles (1,730 nm) and a cruise speed of 467 mph (406 ktas). Citation Encore charter rates run $2,500–$3,500 per flight hour, with one-way trip pricing from roughly $8,500 to $17,000 depending on route. With one of the largest cabins and baggage holds in the light-jet class, plus short-field access and high payload, the Encore suits travelers who want maximum space and load over the faster cruise of the newer CitationJets. For longer Caribbean legs, the CJ4 or a midsize jet is the better choice. For a current Citation Encore quote, contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573.

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The Citation Encore entered service in 2000 as the largest evolution of Cessna's Citation V and Ultra line, with Pratt & Whitney PW535 engines, trailing-link landing gear, and a roomy cabin. The Encore+ followed in 2007 with FADEC-controlled PW535B engines and a Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite. The type is prized in charter for one of the largest cabins and baggage holds in the light-jet class, combined with short-runway access and high payload.

Specification	Citation Encore
Manufacturer	Cessna / Textron Aviation
Aircraft Category	Light Jet (classic, largest)
Passenger Capacity	Up to 8
Cabin Length	17.4 ft (5.30 m)
Cabin Width	4.8 ft (1.47 m)
Cabin Height	4.8 ft (1.47 m)
Baggage Capacity	70 cu ft (2.0 m³)
Max Range	1,730 nm (3,204 km)
Max Cruise Speed	467 mph (406 ktas)
Cabin Altitude	7,200 ft at FL350
Cabin Noise	67 dBA
Engines	Pratt & Whitney PW535B × 2
Typical Runway Required	~3,580 ft takeoff / 3,000 ft landing
Rate of Climb	3,400 ft per minute
Service Ceiling	45,000 ft
Hourly Charter Rate	$2,500–$3,500

The Citation Encore cabin seats up to 8 passengers across a roomy 17.4-foot interior, one of the largest in the light-jet class, typically a club-four flanked by additional seats. Wide swivel seats and 14 windows make it one of the more spacious and comfortable light-jet cabins.

Headroom is 4 feet 8 inches at the center aisle. Passengers cannot stand fully upright, but the cabin is notably wide and roomy with seats that recline and rotate.
Baggage capacity of 70 cubic feet, among the largest in the light-jet class, spans nose and aft compartments with a ski tube, room for seven suitcases and golf or ski gear.
A fully enclosed private lavatory is standard, with a belted seat for an additional passenger when needed.
A large refreshment center, 110-volt power, and dual-zone climate control are standard. Wi-Fi varies by operator on this older type, so confirm at booking.

Baggage note for the Citation Encore: At 70 cubic feet plus a ski tube, the Encore has one of the largest baggage holds in the light-jet class and easily handles seven passengers with full luggage and bulky sports gear.

Cessna introduced the Citation Encore+ in 2007 as an updated variant of the original Encore. Both are in the charter fleet. The Encore+ focused on engines and avionics rather than cabin size.

Specification	Citation Encore	Citation Encore+
Year Introduced	2000	2007
Range	1,730 nm	1,730 nm
Max Cruise Speed	467 mph (406 ktas)	490 mph (426 ktas)
Engines	Pratt & Whitney PW535A	FADEC PW535B
Avionics	Honeywell Primus 1000	Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21
Charter Pricing	$2,500–$3,500 / hr	$2,500–$3,500 / hr
Availability	Moderate	Moderate, newer airframes

For most Encore charter routes the cabin and performance are similar. The Encore+ adds FADEC engine control and a more modern Pro Line 21 flight deck. If an Encore+ is available at a similar price, it is generally the preferred option.

The Citation Encore performs well on roomy regional and mid-range routes within its 1,730nm range, especially where cabin space, payload, or short-field access matters. These represent its most common charter missions.

Route	ICAO Codes	Est. Time	Notes
New York to Miami	KTEB to KOPF	~3h	A core Encore run for the full group.
Miami to Nassau, Bahamas	KOPF to MYNN	~55 min	Short hop with a large seven-seat cabin.
Miami to the Exumas	KOPF to MYEF	~1h 15m	Near-Bahamas leg with full baggage.
New York to Chicago	KTEB to KPWK	~2h 15m	East Coast to Midwest corridor.
Los Angeles to Aspen	KVNY to KASE	~2h	Mountain access; trailing-link gear, short-field.

The Encore's 1,730 nm range covers the East Coast, the near Bahamas, and most US regional pairs with a full cabin, but not longer Caribbean legs such as Turks and Caicos or San Juan. For those, the CJ4 or a midsize jet is the better fit.

Citation Encore charter rates run $2,500–$3,500 per flight hour, strong value for one of the largest cabins in the light-jet class. Total one-way trip pricing depends on route distance, positioning, and demand. For a current Citation Encore quote, contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573.

Route	Est. One-Way Price	Notes
New York to Miami	$13,000 - $17,000+	A core Encore run for the full group.
Miami to Nassau, Bahamas	$8,500 - $11,500+	Short hop, roomy cabin.
Miami to the Exumas	$7,000 - $12,000+	Near-Bahamas leg.
New York to Chicago	$11,000 - $16,000+	East Coast to Midwest.
Miami to Turks and Caicos	Use CJ4	Beyond comfortable Encore range; step up.

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The $2,500–$3,500 hourly rate for a Citation Encore 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 Encore 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 Bahamas and other international hops.

Contact Hogani Jets team for current pricing and more details about Citation Encore Charter.

When buyers cross-shop the Encore, the two most common comparisons are the Citation Bravo, its smaller classic-line sibling, and the Citation CJ3, the modern Citation Jet of similar range. The Bravo is a roomy but smaller and slower classic light jet; the CJ3 trades some cabin size for faster cruise and a newer cockpit. The table below shows where each fits.

Specification	Citation Encore	Citation Bravo	Citation CJ3
Passengers	Up to 8	Up to 8	Up to 8
Range	1,730 nm	1,611 nm	1,875 nm
Cruise Speed	467 mph (406 ktas)	449 mph (390 ktas)	480 mph (417 ktas)
Cabin Length	17.4 ft	13.6 ft	15.0 ft
Baggage	70 cu ft	70 cu ft	70 cu ft
Hourly Rate	$2,500–$3,500	$2,500–$3,300	$2,700–$3,500
Best Use Case	Light jet. Largest classic cabin, payload	Light jet. Roomy classic, slower, value	Light jet. Faster, Caribbean-capable

The Citation Encore is most frequently chartered on roomy regional, East Coast, and near-Caribbean routes. Links below connect to relevant route and destination pages.

New York to Miami: a core Encore run for the full group.
Miami to Nassau, Bahamas: a short hop with a large cabin.
Miami to the Bahamas: the near islands are well within Encore range.
Bahamas private jet charter: a popular Encore destination region.

Hogani Jets coordinates each Citation Encore 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.

Relationship	Aircraft	When to Consider
Classic Sibling	Citation Bravo	Smaller, slower classic light jet from the same Citation line. Value option.
Modern Equivalent	Citation CJ3	Faster Citation Jet of similar range, newer cockpit, slightly smaller cabin.
Step Up	Citation CJ4	Flagship light jet, most range in the family, reaches the full Caribbean.
Family Mid	Citation CJ2	Modern light jet, 7 pax, regional and near-Caribbean trips.
Entry Level	Citation M2	Modern very light jet, glass cockpit, smaller cabin.

Ready to book a Citation Encore private jet or want to check availability? Contact Hogani Jets for a tailored Citation Encore quote.

Call +1-855-660-0573 or email charter@hoganijets.com, and our team will coordinate the right aircraft and operator for your trip.

Reviewed by Matt Hogan — Founder, Hogani Jets & Aviation Specialist.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Citation Encore charter rates run $2,500–$3,500 per flight hour, strong value for one of the largest cabins in the light-jet class. One-way trip pricing ranges from about $8,500 for short Bahamas hops to $17,000 for runs like New York to Miami. Pricing varies by route, positioning, and season.

The Citation Encore seats up to 8 passengers comfortably in a roomy club layout. It has one of the larger cabins in the light-jet class.

The Citation Encore has a range of 1,730 nautical miles (1,991 miles) at typical charter payload. This covers the East Coast, the near Bahamas, and most US regional city pairs nonstop, but not longer Caribbean legs such as Turks and Caicos or San Juan.

The Citation Encore+, introduced in 2007, keeps the Encore's roomy cabin but adds FADEC-controlled Pratt & Whitney PW535B engines and a Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite, improving efficiency and reducing pilot workload. The Encore+ typically prices at the upper end of the light-jet charter range.

Both are classic Cessna light jets from the Citation V and Ultra lineage, outside the CitationJet 525 family. The Encore is the larger and longer-legged of the two, with more range and a slightly faster cruise, while the Bravo is the smaller, more economical option. Both share roomy cabins and large baggage holds.

Yes. The Encore needs about 3,580 feet of runway at sea level under standard conditions, and its trailing-link landing gear makes for smooth landings, opening many smaller regional and mountain airports that midsize jets cannot use.

Yes. Although production ended in 2010, the Encore and Encore+ remain popular charter light jets, valued for one of the largest cabins and baggage holds in the class at an economical rate.

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

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Last Updated: 04 Nov 2026, 01:59 PM ET

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