Charter a Private Flight on the Cessna Citation CJ3
Private Jets Teterboro offers jet charter services on the Cessna Citation CJ3, one of the most frequently chartered jets for business & luxury travel.
Released in 2004, the CJ3 (Cessna 525B) was designed to provide better economical performance than other light jets, including previous Citation Jet models. Today it’s known for its low cost of operations and outstanding performance, making it one of the most popular light jets available for rent.
Call us directly at +1 (888) 987-5387 or request a quote for pricing and availability on Cessna Citation CJ3s and similar light jets in your area.
Citation CJ3 Pricing & Performance
The cost to charter a Citation CJ3 / CJ3+ starts at around $2,600 an hour*. Hourly charter rates do not include all taxes, fuel, and other fees. Pricing will vary based year of make/model, schedule, routing, passenger & baggage totals, and other factors.
General Specifications
- Year of Make: 2004 —
- Type: Light Jet
- Seating: 6-8 passengers
- Average Hourly Rate: $3,800 to $5,000 per hour (as of 7/2026)
Performance (CJ3+)
- Crew: 2 (single pilot certified)
- Max Cruise Speed: 478 mph (416 kts; 770 km/h)
- Maximum Speed: 560 mph (0.73 Mach)
- Maximum Range: 2,040 nm (3,778 km)
- Service Ceiling: 45,000 ft (13,716 m)
- Climb Rate: 4,478 ft per minute
- Runway: 3,180 ft (takeoff) | 2,770 ft (landing)
- Engines: 2x Williams/Rolls-Royce FJ44-3A w/ 2,820 lb (12.54 kN) thrust each
Interior
- Seating: 6
- Max Capacity: 9 (single-pilot operation)
- Cabin Length: 15′ 8″
- Cabin Height: 4′ 9″
- Cabin Width: 4′ 10″
- Baggage Capacity: 65 cu ft / 1,000 lbs
- Bathroom: Fully Enclosed Lavatory
Cessna Citation CJ3 Jet Charter Services
The Cessna Citation CJ3 is a popular light jet for private charter flights to/from business meetings, luxury vacations, and special events. For pricing & availability on private jet rentals near you, call us directly at 1-888-987-5387.
Vetting Behind Every Trip
Every operator, aircraft, and crew goes through our internal due diligence before we present any options. Our internal standards meet or exceed what the FAA requires:
- FAR Part 135 charter operators for traditional private aircraft, or FAR Part 121 for airliner-size and group trips (or the foreign equivalent on international legs)
- Operator subscription to Wyvern and ARGUS reviewed where the operator participates.
- Pilot experience and operator incident history reviewed before we recommend an aircraft.
- Fewer than 60 brokers worldwide hold Premium Wyvern Broker Member status, and Air Charter Advisors is one of them.
The hourly rates provided are estimates based on 2026 market data and are for informational purposes only. These figures are subject to change and do not constitute a final offer. Final pricing is dynamic and depends on real-time factors including, but not limited to, specific itinerary requirements, aircraft positioning (“ferry” fees), fuel price volatility, and current market availability. These estimates exclude all applicable taxes, de-icing, landing and handling fees, special event fees, international surcharges, overnight crew expenses, and premium catering. Please contact Air Charter Advisors directly for a firm, all-inclusive quote tailored to your specific travel needs.