The Cessna Citation VII is the higher-powered Puerto Rico midsize jet from San Juan (SJU), seating 6 to 9 with 2,220 nautical miles of range and stronger hot-day performance. It covers SJU to the US East Coast, the Gulf, or northern South America. An uprated development of the Citation III.
Cessna built the Citation VII from 1992 with more powerful engines than the III, improving climb and hot-and-high performance. It cruises near 476 knots at up to 51,000 feet.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Cessna
- Year introduced: 1992
- Seating: 6 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 2,220 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 476 knots
- Service ceiling: 51,000 feet
- Length: 55.4 feet
- Wingspan: 53.5 feet
- Height: 16.8 feet
- Baggage volume: 60 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Cessna Citation VII Fits Puerto Rico
From Puerto Rico the Citation VII fits clients who want the III’s cabin with better performance off a hot San Juan runway: SJU to Miami, the Northeast, or Caracas. The added thrust matters on warm Caribbean days.
It is the step up from the Citation III out of SJU when climb and hot-day margin count.
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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 VII run $4,200 to $5,500 per hour as of 7/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Midsize Jets Available
- Cessna Citation Excel / XLS
- Cessna Citation III
- Embraer Legacy 450
- Falcon 20
- Gulfstream G100 / G150 / IAI Astra SPX
- Hawker 750
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation VII charter in or out of Puerto Rico, 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.