Charter a Cessna Citation V

The Cessna Citation V (Cessna 560) is a light business jet that combines the quietest cabin in its class with practical 8-passenger capacity and versatile seating. Cessna invested significant engineering time in acoustic management for the Citation V, combining new soundproofing technology with triple-glazed windows to produce one of the quietest lightweight private jets available - the same acoustic approach that defines the later Citation Mustang. The dual-zone temperature control and draft-free ventilation system provide cabin comfort detail that most competing light jets do not offer at this price point.

The most distinctive cabin feature is the seating: wide leather seats that tilt 60 degrees and rotate a full 360 degrees. These pedestal-style seats allow passengers to face any direction - forward, aft or sideways - improving the flexibility of working and conversational configurations for groups of 4 to 6 in the 5.4 m cabin. Two luggage compartments, tables, a bar and an enclosed lavatory complete the specification. At 795 km/h cruise speed and 3,236 km range, the Citation V covers UK domestic and Western European missions efficiently. Charter prices start from approximately £2,200 per flight hour. For the full fleet see our private jet price guide or browse our complete fleet.

Why charter the Citation V?

• One of the quietest lightweight private jets - triple-glazed windows and new soundproofing. Cessna invested considerable engineering time in acoustic management for the Citation V, combining new soundproofing technology with triple-glazed windows. The same approach was later applied to the Citation Mustang. For passengers on sectors of 45 to 90 minutes where cabin noise directly affects working and conversational quality, the Citation V's acoustic standard is meaningfully above most competing light jets;
• 360-degree rotating seats that tilt 60 degrees - unique cabin flexibility. The Citation V uses wide leather seats with full 360-degree rotation and 60-degree tilt. Unlike conventional fixed-track seats, each position can face any direction. For 4 to 6 passengers, this creates genuinely flexible face-to-face, side-by-side and angled seating configurations that are not possible in most light jet cabins;
• Dual-zone temperature control and draft-free ventilation. Independent front and rear temperature zones with a ventilation system specifically designed to eliminate drafts. These are comfort details more typically associated with midsize jets and not standard at the Citation V's charter rate. For small groups in a compact cabin, dual-zone control prevents the temperature compromise typical of single-zone light jet climate systems;
• Two luggage compartments - external and internal. The Citation V has two separate luggage areas. For 6 to 8 passengers on short European trips with cabin bags plus checked luggage, this eliminates the single-compartment constraint common to light jets at comparable rates;
• Up to 8 passengers with bar and lavatory standard. The Citation V's 5.4 m cabin seats up to 8 passengers with a bar and enclosed lavatory fitted as standard. For groups of 6 to 8 on short to medium European sectors where these amenities matter, it is one of the most complete light jet specifications available at this rate;
• 795 km/h cruise - fast for a light jet at this price point. At 795 km/h the Citation V is competitive with the Citation Encore (795 km/h) and faster than the Citation Bravo (745 km/h). On short European sectors the speed advantage translates into earlier arrivals on same-day return missions.

Charter cost - Citation V prices from UK airports

Hourly rates run from approximately £2,200 to £2,600 - in the light jet category, comparable to the Citation Bravo and Encore and below the Citation XLS. For 5 to 8 passengers on UK domestic and short European missions, the Citation V's acoustic engineering and rotating seats provide a light jet experience above the standard at competitive rates.

Indicative one-way prices from UK airports:

• London to Edinburgh - from £3,400 (7 passengers, approximately 1 hour 10 minutes);
• London to Paris - from £4,000 (7 passengers, approximately 50 minutes);
• London to Amsterdam - from £4,400 (7 passengers, approximately 55 minutes);
• London to Geneva - from £5,400 (7 passengers, approximately 1 hour 25 minutes);
• London to Madrid - from £7,800 (7 passengers, approximately 2 hours 10 minutes);
• Manchester to Nice - from £6,600 (7 passengers, approximately 1 hour 50 minutes);
• London to Frankfurt - from £5,200 (7 passengers, approximately 1 hour 25 minutes).

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

Ideal routes for the Citation V

It is best matched to short to medium European missions where the acoustic engineering, rotating seats and dual-zone climate are valued by groups of 5 to 8 passengers:

• UK domestic (45 to 90 minutes). London to Edinburgh, London to Belfast, Manchester to Aberdeen - the Citation V's triple-glazed acoustic engineering makes domestic sectors noticeably comfortable. For groups of 6 to 8 the 5.4 m cabin provides adequate space and the rotating seats allow flexible working configurations even on short 75-minute sectors;
• UK to near-Europe (1 to 1.5 hours). Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Frankfurt and Dublin - these are the bread-and-butter missions for the Citation V. The acoustic standard and climate system make even a 60-minute sector noticeably more comfortable than standard light jets at comparable rates. For same-day European returns with 6 to 8 people, the per-seat economics are competitive;
• UK to Southern Europe (1.5 to 2.5 hours). Geneva, Nice, Barcelona, Madrid and Rome are within the 3,236 km range from UK airports. The dual-zone climate control is particularly valued on 2-hour Southern European sectors where the sun angle and passenger mix can create temperature conflicts in a single-zone cabin;
• Groups who specifically prioritise acoustic comfort. For clients who have experienced the Citation V's triple-glazed quietness and specifically request it for subsequent bookings - a common pattern among regular UK and European charter users - Private Jets UK sources it consistently;
• Small corporate groups requiring flexible seating. The 360-degree rotating seats create a working configuration flexibility that is genuinely different from standard fixed-seat light jet cabins. For 4 to 6 executives who need to work facing each other in different configurations, the Citation V provides this in a light jet platform.

Cabin and in-flight experience

This aircraft cabin measures 5.4 m long, 1.5 m wide and 1.46 m high. Eight passengers sit in wide leather seats that rotate 360 degrees and tilt 60 degrees - a seating specification found in the earlier Citation I but refined for the Citation V with additional recline and rotation range. Two luggage compartments handle bags for the full complement. A bar and an enclosed lavatory are standard.

The triple-glazed windows combined with new soundproofing technology deliver what Cessna describes as one of the quietest cabins in the lightweight jet class. Dual-zone temperature control and the draft-free ventilation system provide climate comfort that most single-zone competitors do not offer. At 13,715 m (45,000 ft) maximum certified altitude the Citation V cruises above commercial airline traffic.

• Noise. Triple-glazed windows + new soundproofing - one of the quietest light jets;
• Seats. Wide leather, 60-degree tilt, 360-degree rotation;
• Climate. Dual-zone temperature control, draft-free ventilation;
• Capacity. Up to 8 passengers;
• Baggage. Two luggage compartments;
• Bar. Standard;
• Lavatory. Enclosed, standard;
• Altitude. 13,715 m (45,000 ft) maximum certified.

Technical specifications

Citation V vs similar aircraft

• Citation V vs Citation Mustang. Both share the same acoustic approach - triple-glazed windows, new soundproofing, dual-zone climate. The Citation Mustang has slightly less range (2,130 km vs 3,236 km), 5 passengers maximum versus 8 and lower charter rates (from £1,600/hr vs £2,200/hr). For groups of 5 to 8 who want the acoustic standard with more range and capacity, the Citation V is the appropriate choice. For 3 to 4 passengers at the lowest Citation rate, the Mustang is preferable;
• Citation V vs Citation Encore. The Encore has a longer cabin (5.28 m vs 5.4 m - very similar), faster PW535A engines and broadly comparable range. Charter rates for the Encore run approximately 5 to 10% higher. The Citation V counters with 360-degree rotating seats and two luggage compartments. Both are well-suited to UK and European light jet missions at competitive rates;
• Citation V vs Citation Bravo. The Bravo has a shorter cabin (4.78 m vs 5.4 m), lower cruise speed (745 km/h vs 795 km/h) and lower charter rates (from £2,100/hr vs £2,200/hr). For groups of 7 to 8 who specifically want the Citation V's rotating seats, acoustic engineering and dual-zone climate, the modest premium is justified. For smaller groups where the shorter cabin is acceptable, the Bravo's lower rate is attractive.

Frequently asked questions - Citation V charter

How much does it cost to charter a Cessna Citation V?
Charter rates run from approximately £2,200 to £2,600 per flight hour. London to Geneva costs from £5,400 for 7 passengers. London to Edinburgh costs from £3,400. London to Paris costs from £4,000. All quotes from Private Jets UK are fully itemised with no hidden charges.

What makes the Citation V seats different from other light jets?
Wide leather seats rotate a full 360 degrees and tilt 60 degrees. Unlike the fixed-track seats in most competing light jets, each Citation V seat can face any direction - forward, aft or sideways - creating flexible working and conversational configurations for groups of 4 to 6 that are not possible in standard light jet cabins.

How quiet is the Citation V cabin?
Cessna combined new soundproofing technology with triple-glazed windows to produce one of the quietest cabins in the lightweight private jet class - the same acoustic approach used in the Citation Mustang. Dual-zone temperature control and draft-free ventilation complete the comfort engineering that distinguishes the Citation V from most competing light jets at this rate.

How many passengers can fly on a Citation V?
Maximum capacity is 8. The optimal configuration is 6 passengers with full rotating seat flexibility, bar, lavatory and two luggage compartments accessible. The 5.4 m cabin comfortably accommodates 6 to 7 passengers for sectors of 45 to 150 minutes.

What is the range of the Cessna Citation V?
At 3,236 km (1,747 nm) - covering the full Western European map from UK airports including Spain, Portugal, Italy and Scandinavia non-stop. London to Geneva, Paris, Amsterdam and Dublin are all well within range. For missions beyond Western Europe, a fuel stop is required.