Philadelphia charter trips heading to the West Coast nonstop usually start with a super midsize jet.
Cessna (Textron Aviation) introduced the Cessna Citation Latitude in 2015. It is flown by a crew of 2. The type carries 7 to 9 passengers, cruises at 446 knots, tops out at 45,000 feet, covers 2,700 nautical miles and holds 127 cubic feet of baggage. Every Cessna Citation Latitude we arrange flies with an operator certified under FAR Part 135, the FAA rules for on-demand, for-hire charter.
Performance and Cabin
- Category: Super Midsize Jet
- Manufacturer: Cessna (Textron Aviation)
- Year introduced: 2015
- Seating: 7 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 2,700 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 446 knots
- Service ceiling: 45,000 feet
- Length: 62.3 feet
- Wingspan: 72.3 feet
- Height: 20.9 feet
- Baggage volume: 127 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Cessna Citation Latitude Fits Philadelphia
These leave from Northeast Philadelphia (KPNE), which has a 7,000-foot runway and a tower open from six in the morning until eleven at night or Philadelphia International (KPHL) depending on the day, and both handle the runway requirement without difficulty.
A published range of 2,700 nautical miles brings Aspen, Scottsdale, Las Vegas and Los Angeles within reach of Philadelphia, before the operator applies reserves and routing for the day.
Winter routings can shift the answer as well. Headwinds on a westbound leg eat into range, so an aircraft that is comfortable in July may need a fuel stop in January.
The runway required on the day is a performance calculation the operator makes for that aircraft, at that weight, in the conditions on your date, so we confirm it with them for your specific trip.
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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 Latitude run $6,500 to $8,500 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
As a rough guide, Philadelphia to Los Angeles is about 2,089 nautical miles, which is roughly 4.5 to 5.5 hours of flight time at this aircraft’s cruise speed before winds and routing are applied.
Other Super Midsize Jets Available
- Bombardier Challenger 350
- Bombardier Challenger 3500
- Cessna Citation Longitude
- Challenger 300
- Citation Sovereign
- Citation X / 10
Contact
For a quote on a Cessna Citation Latitude charter to or from Philadelphia, 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.