Charter a Cessna Citation VII

The Cessna Citation VII is a midsize corporate business jet that combines one of the highest cruise speeds in its category with a cabin specification that Cessna positions as among the most comfortable in the Citation line. At 881 km/h it is substantially faster than the Citation Ultra (796 km/h), Citation Encore (795 km/h) and Citation Bravo (745 km/h), placing it at the top of the midsize speed range. Different engines versus earlier Citations raised not only cruise speed but also takeoff performance, giving the Citation VII the capability to operate from shorter runways than most competing midsize jets at this performance level. Range is 4,110 km (2,219 nm), covering London to Dubai non-stop and the full Western European, Middle East and North African map from UK airports.

The 5.61 m cabin accommodates 8 passengers with wood trim, soft lighting, improved soundproofing, the finest leather seating, an in-cabin entertainment system and an enclosed restroom large enough to function as a dressing room. The external baggage compartment is sized for luggage, golf clubs and equipment - a specific detail that makes the Citation VII practical for leisure and mixed-use travel as well as corporate missions. Charter prices start from approximately £2,900 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Citation VII?

• 881 km/h cruise - among the fastest in the midsize category. At 881 km/h it places near the top of the midsize charter market. On a London to Dubai sector of approximately 6 hours, the speed advantage over a 796 km/h competitor is approximately 40 minutes. Against the Citation Bravo (745 km/h) the advantage is over an hour on the same Gulf sector;
• Restroom large enough to function as a dressing room. The enclosed restroom in the Citation VII is specifically designed to be large enough for use as a dressing room - a feature that distinguishes this cabin from most competing midsize jets where the restroom is a minimal enclosed space. For business and leisure travellers who need to change between departure and arrival, this is a genuine practical advantage;
• Wood trim, soft lighting and improved soundproofing. The Citation VII cabin uses wood trim detailing, soft indirect lighting and improved soundproofing that Cessna specifically identifies as an improvement over earlier Citation variants. The combination produces an interior that passengers consistently describe as warmer and quieter than standard midsize alternatives at comparable rates;
• External baggage compartment for golf clubs and equipment. The exterior hold is explicitly sized for luggage, golf clubs and other equipment - not just cabin bags. For leisure groups, golf travel and corporate groups with equipment cases, the Citation VII's external hold capacity eliminates the cabin-compromise typical of shorter-range midsize jets;
• 15,545 m maximum altitude - same as Citation X and Gulfstream G550. The Citation VII ceiling of 15,545 m (51,000 ft) matches the Citation X and the Gulfstream G550 - placing it above commercial airline traffic and all but the most extreme weather systems. At this altitude the Citation VII benefits from thinner air, less drag and more efficient cruise than jets limited to lower certified ceilings;
• Improved takeoff performance versus earlier Citations. The different engine specification raises not only cruise speed but also takeoff capability. For UK regional airfields with shorter runways where a competing midsize jet with longer takeoff distance cannot operate, the Citation VII's improved short-field performance may provide access that competitors at the same speed cannot.

Charter cost - Citation VII prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £2,900 to £3,500 - in the midsize category, above the Citation Encore and CJ4 and below the Citation Sovereign and Citation X. For 6 to 8 passengers on Gulf, transatlantic and longer European missions, the Citation VII's 881 km/h speed at midsize rates delivers strong value.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to Dubai - from £26,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours);
• London to Geneva - from £7,000 (8 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to New York - from £40,000 (8 passengers, one fuel stop, approximately 8 hours total);
• London to Riyadh - from £24,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 5 hours 45 minutes);
• London to Athens - from £16,000 (8 passengers, approximately 3 hours 15 minutes);
• Manchester to Nice - from £7,800 (8 passengers, approximately 1 hour 50 minutes);
• London to Lagos - from £32,000 (8 passengers, non-stop, approximately 6 hours 30 minutes).

Empty Leg flights appear on repositioning routes. See our Empty Legs page for current availability.

Ideal routes for the Citation VII

It performs best on missions where 881 km/h speed, 4,110 km range and the refined cabin standard combine into a package that fewer midsize alternatives at comparable rates can match:

• UK to Gulf non-stop (5.5 to 6.5 hours). Dubai, Riyadh, Abu Dhabi and Doha are all within non-stop range from UK airports. The 881 km/h cruise speed covers Gulf sectors approximately 40 minutes faster than a 796 km/h midsize competitor. For 6 to 8 passengers on Gulf corporate missions, the Citation VII is the fastest accessible midsize option before the Citation X;
• UK to Mediterranean and Near East (2 to 4 hours). Athens, Istanbul, Cairo, Beirut, Tunis and Casablanca are all comfortably within range. At 881 km/h these sectors are completed quickly. The wood trim and soft lighting cabin makes even short 2-hour European sectors a noticeably better environment than standard midsize cabins;
• UK to West Africa non-stop (6 to 7 hours). Lagos, Accra, Dakar and Abidjan are within range from UK airports. For groups travelling to West African destinations, the Citation VII's combination of non-stop range and 15,545 m ceiling above weather systems is practically useful;
• Golf and leisure travel with equipment. The external baggage compartment sized specifically for golf clubs makes the Citation VII one of the most practical midsize options for golf-focused travel. Full golf bags plus luggage for 6 to 8 passengers travel in the external hold without cabin compromise;
• Groups of 6 to 8 who want a refined cabin at midsize rates. The wood trim, soft lighting, improved soundproofing and large restroom-dressing-room are cabin details that most midsize jets at this rate do not offer. For corporate groups who travel regularly and value cabin quality on 4 to 6 hour sectors, the Citation VII delivers a noticeably elevated standard.

Cabin and in-flight experience

This aircraft cabin measures 5.61 m long, 1.68 m wide and 1.73 m high. Eight passengers sit in the finest leather seating with wood trim detailing and soft indirect lighting throughout. Improved soundproofing versus earlier Citation variants makes the interior notably quieter on the longer Gulf and transatlantic sectors this aircraft operates. The restroom is enclosed and specifically large enough to use as a dressing room - a practical feature on longer sectors where passengers may need to change between departure and destination.

An in-cabin entertainment system is standard. The external baggage compartment is sized for luggage, golf clubs and equipment. At 15,545 m (51,000 ft) maximum certified altitude the Citation VII cruises above commercial airline traffic in the same airspace band as the Citation X and Gulfstream G550.

• Cabin. 5.61 m, wood trim, soft lighting, leather seating throughout;
• Soundproofing. Improved versus earlier Citations - quieter on long sectors;
• Restroom. Enclosed, large enough for dressing room use;
• Entertainment. In-cabin entertainment system standard;
• Baggage. External hold sized for luggage, golf clubs and equipment;
• Speed. 881 km/h - among the fastest in the midsize category;
• Altitude. 15,545 m (51,000 ft) - same ceiling as Citation X and G550.

Technical specifications

Citation VII vs similar aircraft

• Citation VII vs Citation Sovereign. The Sovereign has more range (3,000 nm vs 2,219 nm), ETOPS compliance and the Honeywell Epic CDS four-screen avionics. Charter rates are broadly comparable. The Citation VII counters with 881 km/h vs 848 km/h speed and the wood-trim cabin quality. For Gulf missions within range at comparable rates, speed and cabin finish favour this choice. For missions beyond 2,219 nm or where ETOPS is required, the Sovereign is necessary;
• Citation VII vs Legacy 500. The Legacy 500 has a flat floor,, FBW flight controls and stand-up headroom (1.83 m vs 1.73 m). Charter rates for the Legacy 500 run approximately 10 to 15% higher. The Citation VII counters with 881 km/h cruise (vs 834 km/h for the Legacy 500) and a cabin that many passengers prefer for its wood trim and material quality. For clients who prioritise flat floor and stand-up clearance, the Legacy 500 is stronger. For those who prioritise speed and cabin finish, the Citation VII is competitive;
• Citation VII vs Citation Ultra. The Citation Ultra has a shorter cabin (5.27 m, lower cruise speed (796 km/h vs 881 km/h) and less range (3,630 km vs 4,110 km). Charter rates for the Citation Ultra run approximately 20 to 25% lower. For groups of 7 to 8 where the Citation VII's speed and Gulf range are required, it is the correct choice. For shorter European missions at light jet rates with 7 to 8 passengers, the Citation Ultra is the more economical alternative.

Frequently asked questions - Citation VII charter

How much does it cost to charter a Cessna Citation VII?
Charter rates run from approximately £2,900 to £3,500 per flight hour. London to Dubai non-stop costs from £26,000 for 8 passengers. London to Geneva costs from £7,000. London to New York (one stop) costs from £40,000. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

How fast is the Cessna Citation VII?
At 881 km/h, among the fastest jets in the midsize charter category - faster than the Citation Sovereign (848 km/h), Legacy 500 (834 km/h) and Citation Ultra (796 km/h). On a 6-hour Dubai sector, the speed advantage over a 796 km/h competitor saves approximately 40 minutes of flight time.

How many passengers can fly on a Citation VII?
Up to 9. The standard configuration accommodates 8 passengers in leather seating with wood trim detailing. The optimal group for most charter missions is 6 to 8 passengers.

Does the Citation VII restroom function as a dressing room?
Yes - enclosed and is specifically designed to be large enough for use as a dressing room. This makes the Citation VII practical for business travellers who need to change between departure and destination, and is a feature that most competing midsize jets at this rate do not offer.

Can the Citation VII carry golf clubs?
Yes - the external hold is explicitly sized for luggage, golf clubs and other equipment. For golf travel with 6 to 8 passengers, full sets of clubs plus passenger luggage fit in the external hold without any cabin compromise.