Citation CJ4
Fastest and longest-legged of the CJ family, with a longer cabin and more baggage.
- Passengers
- Up to 8
- Range
- 2,165 nm
- Cruise speed
- 450 kts (833 km/h)
- Cabin height
- 1.45 m
- Baggage
- 77 cu ft
Best for: London–Ibiza, London–Rome non-stop.
Flying times
Estimated times from Farnborough, allowing for the usual headwind across the Atlantic westbound and tailwind eastbound. Weather, routing and your choice of airport change them; we confirm exact times with your quote.
| To | Distance | Flying time | Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | 136 nm | About 40 min | Nonstop |
| Paris | 186 nm | About 45 min | Nonstop |
| Geneva | 407 nm | About 1h 15m | Nonstop |
| Nice | 560 nm | About 1h 35m | Nonstop |
| Ibiza | 750 nm | About 2h 00m | Nonstop |
| Marrakech | 1,224 nm | About 3h 05m | Nonstop |
| Mykonos | 1,383 nm | About 3h 25m | Nonstop |
| Dubai | 2,979 nm | With a stop | One fuel stop |
| New York | 2,986 nm | With a stop | One fuel stop |
A compact, efficient cabin
1.45 m tall and 1.47 m wide, with a cabin 5.3 m long. The typical layout seats 8, mostly in facing pairs with tables between them. The baggage hold takes about 77 cubic feet.
- Height
- 1.45 m
- Width
- 1.47 m
- Length
- 5.3 m
Photos
Representative aircraft. The aircraft you fly will be confirmed, with its own photos, in your quote.
Specifications
General
| Manufacturer | Cessna |
|---|---|
| Model | Citation CJ4 |
| Category | Light jet |
Performance
| Range | 2,165 nm (4,010 km) |
|---|---|
| Cruise speed | 450 kts (833 km/h) |
| Service ceiling | 45,000 ft |
| Take-off distance | 970 m |
Cabin and capacity
| Passengers | 8 typical |
|---|---|
| Cabin height | 1.45 m |
| Cabin width | 1.47 m |
| Cabin length | 5.3 m |
| Baggage | 77 cu ft (2.2 m³) |
Aircraft
| Length | 16.3 m |
|---|---|
| Wingspan | 15.5 m |
| Height | 4.7 m |
| Maximum take-off weight | 7,761 kg |
| Engines | 2 × Williams FJ44-4A |
Manufacturer figures. Range is with typical passengers and IFR reserves; take-off and landing distances are at maximum weight, sea level, standard conditions.
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Questions
How many passengers does the Citation CJ4 seat?
Up to 8 in a typical executive layout. Some aircraft are configured differently, so we confirm the exact seating for your trip when we quote.
How far can the Citation CJ4 fly?
The manufacturer quotes a range of about 2,165 nautical miles. With a normal load and reserves we plan on about 1,850 nm nonstop; winds, passengers and luggage all change it.
Can the Citation CJ4 fly London to Dubai nonstop?
London to Dubai is about 2,979 nm. That is beyond its range, so it needs one fuel stop.
Can the Citation CJ4 cross the Atlantic?
London to New York is about 2,986 nm. Flying west into the prevailing winds it behaves more like 3,434 nm. It normally makes one fuel stop, often in Iceland, Ireland or Canada. For nonstop transatlantic flights we suggest a larger, longer-range jet.
How fast is the Citation CJ4?
It typically cruises at about 450 knots (833 km/h). London to Nice takes about 1h 35m.
How much luggage fits on the Citation CJ4?
The baggage hold takes about 77 cubic feet (2.2 m³). How many bags that means depends on their size and shape, so tell us what you are bringing, including skis, golf bags or pushchairs, and we will confirm it fits or suggest a larger aircraft.
