Charter a Cessna Citation Encore

The Cessna Citation Encore is a light business jet developed from the Cessna 560 platform, upgraded with Pratt and Whitney Canada PW535A engines and increased fuel capacity to produce a faster, longer-range aircraft than its predecessor. The PW535A engines raise cruise speed to 795 km/h - 50 km/h faster than the Citation Bravo - and the additional fuel reserve extends range to 3,262 km (1,762 nm), enough for most UK domestic and Western European missions without a stop. The Encore cabin at 5.28 m is 0.5 m longer than the Citation Bravo's 4.78 m, providing meaningfully more interior volume for its 7-passenger maximum capacity. Executives, professionals and family groups use it as a fast, reliable city-to-city aircraft where speed, schedule flexibility and access to smaller airports are the priorities.

The maximum takeoff weight of 7,544 kg keeps the Encore in the light jet category with the short-field and operational flexibility that implies. Maximum certified altitude is 13,720 m (45,000 ft). The Citation Encore entered service as part of Cessna's well-established Citation 500/550/560 family and benefits from the depth of the global Citation maintenance network. Charter prices start from approximately £2,300 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Citation Encore?

• 795 km/h cruise - faster than the Citation Bravo. PW535A engines push it to 795 km/h, 50 km/h faster than the Citation Bravo's 745 km/h. On a 2-hour European sector this translates to arriving approximately 8 to 10 minutes earlier - meaningful on a tight schedule. Against turboprops the advantage is 30 to 45 minutes on the same sector;
• 5.28 m cabin - 0.5 m longer than Citation Bravo. The Citation Encore's 5.28 m interior provides more interior volume than the Citation Bravo (4.78 m) and positions it competitively within the light jet category. For groups of 5 to 7 passengers on European sectors, the extra half-metre creates noticeably more cabin comfort;
• Increased fuel capacity for 3,262 km range. The Encore's increased fuel reserve is a deliberate upgrade over the predecessor 560 platform, extending range to 3,262 km (1,762 nm). This covers the full Western European map non-stop from UK airports - Madrid, Lisbon, Rome, Warsaw, Copenhagen - without the operational complexity of a fuel stop;
• Part of the proven Citation 500/550/560 family. The Citation Encore builds on one of the most widely operated light jet families in aviation history. The depth of the maintenance network, the availability of trained technicians and the parts supply chain for the Citation family means the Encore operates with the reliability record of a thoroughly understood platform;
• Access to regional airports and shorter runways. The 7,544 kg maximum takeoff weight and PW535A performance keep the Citation Encore within short-field operational parameters. Regional airfields without infrastructure for larger jets are accessible, reducing ground transfer times on missions to sites served by smaller strips;
• Up to 7 passengers in a light jet cabin. The full complement of 7 passengers fits in a cabin equipped with comfortable seating, folding tables and a lavatory. For small groups who want the full light jet experience - pressurised, fast, flexible - without the overhead of a midsize jet, the Citation Encore is a well-matched option.

Charter cost - Citation Encore prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £2,300 to £2,800 - a small premium over the Citation Bravo, reflecting the faster PW535A engines and slightly longer cabin. For four to six passengers on European sectors, the per-seat economics remain competitive with commercial business class once ground transfer time and schedule flexibility are included.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to Geneva - from £5,400 (6 passengers, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes);
• London to Paris - from £4,000 (6 passengers, approximately 45 minutes);
• London to Amsterdam - from £4,600 (6 passengers, approximately 55 minutes);
• London to Edinburgh - from £3,600 (6 passengers, approximately 1 hour 5 minutes);
• London to Madrid - from £7,200 (6 passengers, approximately 2 hours 10 minutes);
• Manchester to Nice - from £6,400 (6 passengers, approximately 1 hour 50 minutes);
• London to Rome - from £7,800 (6 passengers, approximately 2 hours 20 minutes).

Empty Leg flights appear regularly on UK and European routes. See our Empty Legs page for current availability.

Ideal routes for the Citation Encore

It performs best on UK domestic and European missions where the 795 km/h cruise speed, the 3,262 km range and the light jet short-field capability combine into a practical package for 4 to 7 passengers:

• UK domestic and short-haul (45 to 90 minutes). London to Edinburgh, London to Belfast, Manchester to Aberdeen, Birmingham to Glasgow - the Citation Encore's speed and short-field access make it the fastest practical option at light jet rates on these sectors. Total city-to-city time via private terminal is routinely under 3 hours on UK domestic routes;
• UK to Western Europe (1 to 2.5 hours). Geneva, Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt, Zurich, Dublin, Copenhagen - all comfortably within range. At 795 km/h the sectors are short and the Citation Encore handles them efficiently. For same-day return on European business travel, the light jet rate and schedule flexibility justify the premium over commercial;
• UK to Southern Europe at range (2 to 3 hours). Madrid, Lisbon, Rome, Barcelona, Naples and Nice are all within the 3,262 km range from UK airports. The increased fuel capacity that defines the Citation Encore over its 560 predecessor means these Southern European destinations are reachable non-stop - important where a fuel stop would add 45 to 60 minutes to total journey time;
• Regional airfield access on UK missions. Where the meeting location is served only by a regional airfield, the Citation Encore provides access that midsize and larger jets cannot match. The combination of light jet short-field performance and 795 km/h speed is particularly valuable on UK domestic routes where the destination airfield limits aircraft choices;
• Small executive groups (2 to 6 passengers). For the core use case of 2 to 6 executives or professionals on European business travel, the Citation Encore is well matched. The cabin is efficient, the speed is competitive, the operating cost is light jet rather than midsize.

Cabin and in-flight experience

The Citation Encore cabin measures 5.28 m long, 1.47 m wide and 1.45 m high. It accommodates up to 7 passengers in comfortable club seating with folding worktables and a lavatory. The 5.28 m length is 0.5 m more than the Citation Bravo and provides a noticeable improvement in the amount of space available per passenger on a full 7-seat configuration.

The PW535A engines deliver a quieter cruise environment than the predecessor 560 platform's engines, and the pressurised cabin maintains comfort throughout at up to 13,720 m. The cabin specification covers the essentials for working travel on short to medium sectors: seating, tables, lavatory and storage. Digital avionics in the cockpit reflect the Citation family standard.

• Cabin length. 5.28 m - 0.5 m longer than Citation Bravo;
• Seating. Up to 7 passengers in club configuration;
• Tables. Folding worktables at seat positions;
• Lavatory. Enclosed lavatory fitted;
• Engines. Pratt and Whitney Canada PW535A - faster and quieter than predecessor;
• Altitude. 13,720 m (45,000 ft) maximum certified altitude;
• Avionics. Citation family digital avionics suite.

Technical specifications

Citation Encore vs similar aircraft

• Citation Encore vs Citation Bravo. The Bravo cruises at 745 km/h vs the Encore's 795 km/h, and has a shorter cabin (4.78 m vs 5.28 m) and less range (3,232 km vs 3,262 km). Charter rates are broadly comparable, with the Encore typically 5 to 10% higher. For clients who want the fastest and longest-cabin option within the Citation light jet family at similar rates, the Citation Encore is the better choice;
• Citation Encore vs Phenom 300. The Phenom 300 has more cabin length (5.74 m vs 5.28 m), higher cruise speed (834 km/h vs 795 km/h) and similar range. Charter rates for the Phenom 300 run approximately 10 to 15% higher. For clients who specifically need the Phenom 300's extra speed or longer cabin, the premium is justified. For those where the Citation Encore's range and speed are sufficient on European sectors, the slightly lower rate is the practical choice;
• Citation Encore vs Citation CJ3. The CJ3 cabin (4.98 m - shorter than the Encore - comparable range and similar cruise speed. Charter rates are broadly similar. The Encore has the longer cabin of the two; the CJ3 has a more modern avionics suite in updated variants. Both are well-suited to UK and European light jet missions.

Frequently asked questions - Citation Encore charter

How much does it cost to charter a Cessna Citation Encore?
Charter rates run from approximately £2,300 to £2,800 per flight hour. London to Geneva costs from £5,400 for 6 passengers. London to Edinburgh costs from £3,600. London to Rome costs from £7,800. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

How many passengers can fly on a Citation Encore?
Up to 7 in the standard configuration. The optimal layout is 6 passengers with full club seating, folding tables and lavatory. The 5.28 m cabin provides more space per passenger than shorter light jets in the same category.

What is the difference between the Citation Encore and Citation Bravo?
The Encore has a longer cabin (5.28 m vs 4.78 m), higher cruise speed (795 km/h vs 745 km/h) and greater range (3,262 km vs 3,232 km). Engines are Pratt and Whitney Canada PW535A versus the Bravo's PW530A. Charter rates are broadly comparable with the Encore typically 5 to 10% higher.

Can the Citation Encore fly from London to Madrid non-stop?
Yes - Madrid is approximately 1,250 km from London, well within its 3,262 km range. Rome, Lisbon, Warsaw and Copenhagen are all reachable non-stop from UK airports. The increased fuel capacity that distinguishes the Encore from its 560 predecessor is specifically what enables Southern European destinations non-stop.

What engines power the Citation Encore?
Two Pratt and Whitney Canada PW535A turbofans. These provide more thrust and better fuel efficiency than the predecessor Citation 560's engines, delivering the higher cruise speed of 795 km/h and the extended range that define the Encore upgrade.