The Citation CJ1 is the aircraft most Orlando trips land on when four or five people need a private jet departure and the route is inside 1,300 nautical miles. Out of KORL it covers Atlanta, Washington D.C., New York, and the Bahamas with range to spare, at the bottom of the jet market rather than the top.
Cessna designed the CitationJet CJ1 as the entry point to the Citation family: a small, single-pilot jet with a Williams FJ44 engine pair and a cabin taking four passengers comfortably. It is type-rated for single-pilot operations, which affects operator selection. [EXTERNAL_LINK] Every Cessna Citation CJ1 we arrange flies with an operator certificated under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Very Light Jet
- Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 1999-2006
- Seating: 5 to 6
- Crew: 1 to 2
- Range: 1,300 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 389 knots
- Service ceiling: 41,000 feet
- Length: 42.6 feet
- Wingspan: 46.9 feet
- Height: 13.6 feet
- Baggage volume: 51 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Belted
Why the Cessna Citation CJ1 Fits Orlando
Single-pilot type rating means operator selection matters more than it does on aircraft that require two crew. Not every Part 135 operator flying a CJ1 holds the same authority or carries the same insurance structure, and we confirm those details before a quote goes out. It is not a concern that should land in the client’s lap on the day.
KORL at 6,004 feet is comfortable for the CJ1, with Sheltair and Atlantic Aviation both handling the type. For clients staying near Walt Disney World or Universal, KISM at 5,000 feet is worth checking for the specific aircraft and load, since it shortens the surface transfer considerably on a Disney-area departure.
The convention calendar around the Orange County Convention Center runs 12 months, and the CJ1 is the jet that handles the mid-size corporate group: four or five delegates who need to leave for the next city after the conference ends on Thursday rather than taking the Friday airline. At 389 knots, New York arrives before dinner.
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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; reports may be provided on request.
- 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.
Charter Pricing Reference
Industry hourly rates for the Cessna Citation CJ1 run $2,800 to $3,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Very Light Jets Available
The full very light jets category page lists every very light jet we arrange for Orlando departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation CJ1 charter in or out of Orlando, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or head to our contact page. For the vetting work behind every trip, see our safety page. To browse cross-category options for the same trip, visit the aircraft directory.
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.