Charter a Citation XLS / XLS+ Midsize Jet

The Citation XLS was built to handle like a much smaller, nimbler jet while delivering a true midsize cabin, a combination that made it one of the best-selling midsize jets ever produced. The original XLS was in production from 2004 to 2008, after which Cessna introduced the upgraded XLS+ with improved engines and avionics, which remains in production today. Hogani Jets quotes both under a single entity, since charter clients experience the same cabin, range, and pricing on either variant.

Twin Pratt & Whitney PW545B engines and a trailing-link landing gear system with high-capacity carbon brakes give the XLS smooth handling on both takeoff and landing, while a triple-sealed cabin door and triple-pane windows keep cabin noise low. It suits medium-haul domestic trips where a stand-up-adjacent cabin and a strong safety record matter as much as range.

The Citation XLS entered production in 2004 and was succeeded by the upgraded XLS+ in 2008, which remains in production today and added more powerful engines along with an upgraded Rockwell Collins ProLine 21 avionics suite over the original XLS's Honeywell Primus 1000. Both carry the engineering reputation of Cessna, a Kansas-based manufacturer in continuous operation since 1927 and now part of Textron Aviation.

The Citation XLS is known among pilots for handling like a much smaller jet despite its midsize cabin, a result of its short 3,560-foot takeoff distance, trailing-link landing gear, and high-capacity carbon brakes. This combination delivers smoother takeoffs and landings than many jets in its class, while passengers still get a 5.7-foot-high, 18.5-foot-long cabin built for medium-haul comfort rather than light-jet compromise.

The Cessna Citation XLS+ is the upgraded successor to the original Citation XLS, introduced in 2008 with more powerful engines, an improved nose, and a Rockwell Collins ProLine 21 avionics suite replacing the original's Honeywell Primus 1000. Both share the same 18.5 x 5.5 x 5.7-foot cabin and short-field handling, which is why they're charted at the same hourly rate, $3,700–$5,200.

A midsize jet trades a light jet's lower hourly rate for more cabin room, more range, and a higher service ceiling. At $3,700–$5,200 per hour, the Citation XLS runs above a light jet such as the Citation CJ3, but its 2,100-nautical-mile range and taller cabin suit medium-haul domestic trips a light jet cannot cover as comfortably.

• More range: 2,100 nm versus roughly 1,800 to 2,100 nm for most light jets, with a notably taller cabin.
• Higher cost: $2,800 to $5,500 per hour versus $2,300 to $3,800 for a light jet.
• Taller cabin: 5.7 feet of headroom, near stand-up height, versus a light jet's lower cabin.
• Best mission: medium-haul domestic trips for six to nine passengers where cabin comfort and range outweigh the light jet's lower hourly rate. Not recommended as a transcontinental nonstop option; see route-specific guidance for coast-to-coast legs.

The Citation XLS seats eight in a refined executive layout, with capacity up to nine in standard configuration and up to twelve in a high-density layout.

• An enclosed lavatory toward the rear of the cabin and a galley with a microwave, wine caddy, ice drawer, and hot liquid tank are standard.
• Six available interior collections combine ambient lighting, climate control, four pullout tables, and power outlets.
• A triple-sealed cabin door and triple-pane windows keep cabin noise low in flight.
• Indirect LED cabin lighting reduces heat and adds a roomier feel throughout the cabin.
• Two independent air conditioning systems keep the cabin comfortable on the ground and in flight.
• With over 90 cubic feet of external baggage space plus an internal closet, the XLS carries notably more luggage than rivals like the Hawker 800XP and 900XP, which have no external baggage compartment at all. Confirm exact configuration and entertainment options at booking.

The Citation XLS performs best on medium-haul domestic routes where its midsize cabin and range outperform a light jet without the cost of a super midsize.

Citation XLS and XLS+ charter rates run $3,700–$5,200 per flight hour, standard pricing within the midsize category. Total one-way trip pricing depends on route distance, positioning, and demand.  

Contact Hogani Jets at charter@hoganijets.com or +1-855-660-0573 for a current quote.

The $3,700–$5,200 hourly rate covers core operational costs. Additional fees are quoted separately on every trip, which matters when comparing total trip prices.

• Aircraft operation: fuel, crew, and maintenance are included in the hourly rate.
• Pilots: the Citation XLS flies with two pilots in charter service.
• 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: apply on Caribbean, Canada, and other international hops.

Contact Hogani Jets team for current pricing and details.

The most common cross-shop comparisons are the Hawker 800XP, a similarly sized midsize competitor, and the Citation Latitude, Cessna's newer midsize jet. The XLS wins on short-field performance; the Hawker 800XP offers a wider cabin, and the Latitude adds a flat-floor stand-up cabin for a higher rate.

Hogani Jets coordinates each Cessna Citation XLS 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.

The Citation XLS is a strong fit on medium-haul domestic routes where its cabin and range outperform a light jet. The following Hogani Jets route pages cover its most relevant charter corridors.

Atlanta to Miami private jet charter

Los Angeles to Las Vegas private jet charter

Phoenix to Las Vegas private jet charter

Ready to book a Citation XLS or XLS+ charter or check availability? Contact Hogani Jets for a tailored quote. 

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