Cessna Citation CJ3+ private jetHondaJet Elite II private jet

Citation CJ3+ vs HondaJet Elite II

A head-to-head look at two of the most-chartered aircraft in the light jet class.

Cessna Citation CJ3+

CESSNA

Cessna Citation CJ3+

The Cessna Citation CJ3+ is the most-flown light jet in private aviation — a perfect short-range workhorse that combines exceptional fuel efficiency with a refined six-seat cabin. Ideal for one-to-two-hour European or US regional missions, the CJ3+ accesses smaller airfields that midsize jets cannot, putting clients closer to their final destination.

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HondaJet Elite II

HONDA AIRCRAFT COMPANY

HondaJet Elite II

The HondaJet Elite II is the most innovative light jet in production — its patented over-the-wing engine mount delivers a quieter, larger cabin and 20% better fuel efficiency than any direct competitor. Ideal for short European or US business missions.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Side-by-side specifications

METRICCitation CJ3+HondaJet Elite II
Passengers6–75–6
Range2,040 nm1,547 nm
Cruise speedMach 0.737Mach 0.72
Cabin height4'9"4'10"
Cabin width4'10"5'0"
Baggage65 cu ft66 cu ft
Runway3,180 ft3,699 ft

Cessna Citation CJ3+ — strengths

  • Lowest seat-mile cost in its class
  • Short-runway access — Lugano, Courchevel, London City alternatives
  • Honeywell Primus avionics with synthetic vision

HondaJet Elite II — strengths

  • Over-the-wing engine mount — patented
  • Quietest light-jet cabin
  • Lowest fuel burn in class

CHARTER PRICING

Indicative pricing

CESSNA CITATION CJ3+
London → Genevafrom £8,400
Nice → Olbiafrom €5,900
Miami → Nassaufrom $7,500
HONDAJET ELITE II
London → Amsterdamfrom £5,400
New York → Bostonfrom $7,200

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VERDICT

Citation CJ3+ or HondaJet Elite II?

  • The Citation CJ3+ offers the longer range — better suited to non-stop intercontinental missions.
  • Cabin capacity favours the Citation CJ3+, with seating for up to 7 passengers.
  • Both aircraft sit in the light jet class — choose based on your typical mission length, party size and preferred cabin layout.

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