Cessna Citation
XLS+
India's most capable mid-size charter jet. Short-field access to 50+ airports, stand-up cabin for 9 passengers, and economics close to a light jet. Rate: ₹4,25,000/hr, minimum 2 hours per day.
50+ Indian Airports
Tier-1, 2 and 3 cities including Shirdi, Dehradun and Ludhiana
₹4,25,000 / hr
Minimum 2 chargeable hours per day. Taxes and handling extra.
Short-Field Ready
Operates from runways as short as 3,590 ft
Up to 9 Passengers
Stand-up cabin, club seating, private aft lavatory
60-Min Quotes
Fully itemised domestic charter quotes in 60 minutes
The Aircraft
Cessna Citation XLS+ at a Glance
The definitive mid-size jet for Indian domestic routes. Blends the runway access of a light jet with the stand-up cabin of a much larger aircraft. One of the world's best-selling business jets, built by Textron Aviation.
Cessna Citation XLS+
Textron Aviation · FAA Certified 2008 · Collins ProLine 21
How Pricing Works
Billed at ₹4,25,000 per flight hour with a minimum of 2 chargeable hours per day. Taxes (GST 18%), airport handling, parking, crew allowances, and catering are charged separately and fully itemised. The aircraft returns to base — one-way availability is generally not offered. Quotes delivered within 60 minutes.
Full Specs
Complete Technical Specifications
All published manufacturer data — performance, cabin dimensions, avionics, and operating economics.
| Specification | Cessna Citation XLS+ |
|---|---|
| Performance | |
| Maximum Range (NBAA IFR, 4 pax) | 1,720 nm (3,185 km) |
| Maximum Range (Full pax load, 9 seats) | ≈ 1,350 nm (2,500 km) |
| Maximum Cruise Speed | 441 ktas (817 km/h) · Mach 0.75 |
| Long-Range Cruise Speed | 390–423 ktas |
| Service Ceiling | 45,000 ft (13,716 m) |
| Takeoff Distance (MTOW) | 3,590 ft (1,094 m) |
| Landing Distance | 2,770 ft (844 m) |
| Initial Cruise Altitude | 43,000 ft — reached in 25 minutes |
| Aircraft Dimensions | |
| Overall Length | 52’6” (16.0 m) |
| Wingspan | 56’3” (17.2 m) |
| Tail Height | 17’2” (5.2 m) |
| Max Takeoff Weight | 20,200 lbs (9,163 kg) |
| Cabin | |
| Cabin Length | 18’6” (5.6 m) |
| Cabin Width | 5’6” (1.7 m) |
| Cabin Height | 5’8” (1.7 m) — stand-up cabin |
| Cabin Volume | 577 cu ft |
| Max Passengers | 9 (typical VIP: 7–8 in club layout) |
| Configuration | Club seating + aft divan + enclosed lavatory |
| External Baggage (in-flight accessible) | 80 cu ft |
| Internal Baggage | 10 cu ft |
| Engines and Avionics | |
| Engines | 2× Pratt and Whitney PW545C |
| Thrust per Engine | 4,119 lbf |
| Fuel Consumption | 168–217 GPH avg. |
| Avionics Suite | Rockwell Collins ProLine 21 |
| Displays | 4× LCD EFIS screens |
| Flight Management | FMS-3000 — weather, airport diagrams, diagnostics |
| Safety Systems | TAWS, TCAS II, dual autopilot, RVSM capable |
| Charter Economics (India) | |
| Charter Rate | ₹4,25,000 per flight hour |
| Minimum Chargeable Hours | 2 hours per day (regardless of actual flight time) |
| Taxes and Surcharges | GST 18%, airport handling, parking, crew allowances — itemised separately |
| One-Way Availability | Generally not available — aircraft returns to base |
| Market Value (pre-owned) | $4.5M – $16.9M USD depending on year |
| Production | 2008–present · 260+ delivered · FAA certified |
India Routes
Direct Flights Across Every Corner of India
The Citation XLS+ covers every domestic Indian route and uniquely accesses tier-2 and tier-3 airports that are off-limits for larger jets.
Access to 50+ Indian Airports
The XLS+'s 3,590 ft takeoff requirement unlocks airports unavailable to heavier jets. Safe Fly Aviation operates from all major metros and these secondary airports:
Capabilities
Why the XLS+ is India's Favourite Charter Jet
The Citation XLS+ uniquely combines short-field access, stand-up cabin comfort, and light-jet economics — the best all-round domestic charter option in India.
Short-Field Performance
Takes off in just 3,590 ft — shorter than any competitor in its class. Unlocks tier-2 and tier-3 Indian airports where larger mid-size jets cannot operate.
Stand-Up Cabin for 9
At 5’8” height, 5’6” wide and 18’6” long, passengers can stand, move freely, and hold meetings in flight. Private aft lavatory on all sectors.
Competitive Economics
At ₹4,25,000/hr with a 2-hour daily minimum, the XLS+ offers mid-size cabin comfort at operating costs significantly lower than most mid-size jets in its class.
Collins ProLine 21
Four-screen LCD EFIS displays, FMS-3000 flight management, weather navigation, TAWS, TCAS II, and dual autopilot — state-of-the-art avionics for its segment.
Industry-Leading Baggage
80 cu ft of external, in-flight-accessible baggage — enough for 7 large suitcases or 4 golf bags. Competitors like the Hawker 850 offer zero external baggage.
45,000 ft Cruise Ceiling
Cruises above Indian monsoon weather and commercial airline traffic — delivering smoother, faster domestic flights year-round across every Indian route.
Charter Pricing
Charter Rates in India
Rate: ₹4,25,000 per flight hour, minimum 2 chargeable hours per day. Estimates below are for same-day return missions. GST 18%, airport handling, and catering are charged separately.
How Charter Billing Works
Billed at ₹4,25,000 per flight hour with a minimum of 2 chargeable hours per day. Delhi to Mumbai (≈1 hr 45 min actual) is billed at the 2-hour minimum = ₹8,50,000 base. Multi-day missions bill actual hours per day subject to the 2-hour daily minimum. The aircraft returns to base — one-way availability is generally not offered. GST (18%), airport handling, parking, crew allowances, and catering are billed separately and itemised in your quote.
Need Answers?
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about chartering a Cessna Citation XLS+ for domestic travel within India.
The Cessna Citation XLS+ is a mid-size business jet by Textron Aviation, FAA certified in 2008. It is ideal for Indian domestic routes because it combines a stand-up cabin for up to 9 passengers with a short takeoff distance of 3,590 ft — giving access to 50+ airports across India including tier-2 and tier-3 destinations unreachable by larger aircraft. Operating costs are close to a light jet, making it exceptional value for mid-size travel.
The Citation XLS+ is chartered at ₹4,25,000 per flight hour with a minimum of 2 chargeable hours per day. A short sector like Delhi to Mumbai (approximately 1 hr 45 min actual flight) is billed at 2 hours minimum, equalling ₹8,50,000 base. GST at 18%, airport handling charges, crew allowances, and catering are charged separately and fully itemised. The aircraft returns to base and one-way availability is generally not offered. Call +91-7840000473 or email info@safefly.aero for a full itemised quote.
Yes. Delhi to Mumbai (VIDP to VABB or Juhu VAJJ) is approximately 680 nm — well within the XLS+ range of 1,720 nm. Flight time is approximately 1 hour 45 minutes. Departing from Safdarjung Airport (VIDD) in Delhi eliminates IGI terminal queues, saving 2–3 hours door-to-door versus commercial aviation.
The Citation XLS+ requires approximately 3,590 ft of runway — one of the shortest takeoff requirements in its class. This gives access to 50+ airports across India including Udaipur (VAUD), Varanasi (VEBN), Shirdi (VASD), Dehradun (VIDN), Coimbatore (VOCB), Surat (VASU), Bhuj (VABJ), Jaisalmer (VAJM), Ludhiana (VILD), and Agra (VIAG). Many of these airports are inaccessible to heavier jets.
The Cessna Citation XLS+ seats up to 9 passengers. The standard VIP cabin seats 7–8 in a club configuration with reclining leather seats, fold-out tables, and an enclosed aft lavatory. Cabin height is 5’8” — a true stand-up cabin. Baggage capacity is 80 cu ft external plus 10 cu ft internal.
Call +91-7840000473 (24/7) or email info@safefly.aero. Provide your departure city, destination, date, and passenger count. Our operations desk delivers a fully itemised quote within 60 minutes for domestic routes. We handle all DGCA permits, airport handling, catering, and crew from IGI Airport New Delhi and all major Indian airports.
The Citation XLS+ has a maximum range of 1,720 nm (3,185 km) with 4 passengers, and approximately 1,350–1,500 nm with a full passenger load. This covers all Indian domestic routes and several regional international destinations including Colombo (VCBI), Kathmandu (VNKT), Dhaka (VGZR), Male (VRMM), and Muscat (OOMS).
Maximum cruise speed is 441 ktas (817 km/h). Its service ceiling of 45,000 ft allows it to cruise above Indian monsoon systems and commercial airline traffic — delivering smoother, faster domestic flights year-round. Initial cruise altitude of 43,000 ft is reached in approximately 25 minutes.
Absolutely. The XLS+ is one of India's most popular aircraft for wedding charters and VIP events. Its access to Udaipur, Jaisalmer, Jodhpur, and Goa — favourite wedding destinations — while carrying 9 passengers in a stand-up cabin makes it ideal. Safe Fly Aviation arranges custom catering, branded cabin setups, ground transport, and multi-leg itineraries for wedding parties.
Yes. Safe Fly Aviation tracks empty-leg opportunities daily across all Indian routes. Savings of up to 75% below standard charter rates are possible on repositioning flights. Popular India empty-leg routes include Mumbai to Delhi, Delhi to Goa, Bangalore to Chennai, and Udaipur to Mumbai. Email info@safefly.aero with your preferred route and date flexibility to be alerted the moment a matching deal appears.
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Opp. Terminal 1C
IGI Airport, New Delhi 110037
Charter rates are based on ₹4,25,000 per flight hour with a minimum of 2 chargeable hours per day. GST (18%), Positioning, airport handling charges, parking, crew allowances, and catering are charged separately. All pricing is subject to confirmation at time of booking. Cessna Citation XLS+ specifications are published manufacturer data. Safe Fly Aviation is an independent aviation services provider and is not affiliated with Textron Aviation, Cessna Aircraft Company, Pratt and Whitney, or Rockwell Collins. All trademarks are property of their respective owners. Flight Time is indicative air time only, billing will be done on block hours or Package when firm quote is provided.