The Cessna Citation CJ1 is the entry point into the jet category for Dallas charter clients who need the step up from a turboprop or helicopter but do not require a cabin full of people. For five or six passengers on routes like Dallas to Houston, Austin, or Oklahoma City, it is a clean and economical fit.
Cessna built the CJ1 as the first model in the CJ family, with two Williams FJ44-1A turbofans and single-pilot certification. Five to six seats, a cruise around 380 knots, and 1,300 nautical miles of range. The cabin is compact but pressurized and purpose-built for short regional work. Every Cessna Citation CJ1 we arrange flies with an operator certified under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Entry-Level 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 Dallas
Dallas to Houston (KHOU) is one of the highest-frequency private jet corridors in Texas, and at roughly 240 nautical miles it is a natural CJ1 mission. Five or six energy sector executives making a same-day Houston visit and returning to Dallas in the evening fit the aircraft exactly, and the hourly economics work at that distance in a way that a larger jet cannot justify.
The CJ1’s 1,300-nautical-mile range covers the full set of common intra-regional routes from Dallas: Austin at around 180 nautical miles, San Antonio at roughly 245, Oklahoma City near 180, and Midland at approximately 300. For energy companies headquartered in Dallas or Las Colinas with operations in the Permian Basin, Midland and Odessa are regular same-day destinations this aircraft handles efficiently.
Addison Airport (KADS) in Addison, TX has a 7,203-foot runway and three full-service FBOs. The CJ1 operates comfortably from KADS on a full summer day, and the airport’s location roughly 10 miles north of downtown Dallas makes it the natural departure point for clients in Plano, Frisco, and the Legacy West corridor.
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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.
The CJ1 quotes at the lower end of the Dallas entry-level jet band, and for a five-person team running a same-day Texas trip the hourly rate makes the most sense when the route is short and the group is small.
Other Entry-Level Jets Available
- Cessna Citation M2
- Cessna Citation Mustang CE-510
- Cirrus Vision Jet SF50
- Eclipse 500
- Embraer Phenom 100
- Honda HA-420 HondaJet
The full entry-level jets category page lists every entry-level jet we arrange for Dallas departures.
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation CJ1 charter from Dallas, TX, call +1 (888) 987-5387 or visit 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.