7–9 seats · 2,000–2,800 nm · 430–460 kt

Midsize jets.

Midsize jets more cabin, more range and more baggage. The step up for groups or anyone flying three to four hours. They seat 7–9 and fly 2,000–2,800 nm; published 2026 guides put them at $5,000–$8,000 per block hour, so a one-hour empty leg is estimated at £974–£4,496 against £3,747–£5,995 for a standard charter. Typical types: Cessna Citation XLS+ / Latitude, Embraer Praetor 500, Hawker 800XP / 900XP.

Key facts
Seats	7–9
Range	2,000–2,800 nm
Cabin	Stand-up cabin on most types, enclosed lavatory, galley
Baggage	70–90 cu ft
Speed	430–460 kt
Hourly band (2026 guides)	$5,000–$8,000 (£3,747–£5,995)
One-hour empty leg (est.)	£974–£4,496
Typical aircraft	Cessna Citation XLS+ / Latitude, Embraer Praetor 500, Hawker 800XP / 900XP, Bombardier Learjet 60XR

Cessna Citation midsize jet climbing after take-off

What is a midsize jet like in practice?

More cabin, more range and more baggage. The step up for groups or anyone flying three to four hours.

Midsize jets are common on London to Greece, Turkey and the Canaries, and on Middle East sectors. Expect a proper galley, a separate lavatory and enough hold space for a family holiday.

Best for: Longer European and Mediterranean flights of up to four hours, groups of seven or eight, or anyone who wants to stand up in the cabin.

How much does a midsize jet cost to charter?

Published 2026 guides put midsize jets at $5,000–$8,000 per block hour <a class="cite" href="#src-paramount-2026" aria-label="Source: Paramount Business Jets, "Private Jet Rental | Jet Cost & Hourly Rates (2026)"">(Paramount Business Jets, 2026)</a> <a class="cite" href="#src-amalfi-2026" aria-label="Source: Amalfi Jets, "Private Jet Cost Per Hour 2026: Rates by Jet Type"">(Amalfi Jets, 2026)</a> <a class="cite" href="#src-jetvice-2026" aria-label="Source: Jetvice, "Private Jet Charter Hourly Rates 2026"">(Jetvice, 2026)</a>.

A one-hour sector is therefore estimated at $5,000–$8,000 one way and $1,300–$6,000 as an empty leg, before taxes, positioning and airport fees. Empty legs on the board show the operator’s actual price plus our booking fee.

Midsize jet estimates by sector length (USD)
Sector	Block time	One-way charter (est.)	Empty leg (est.)
1 hour (about 308 nm)	1h 00m	$5,000–$8,000	$1,300–$6,000
2.5 hours (about 923 nm)	2h 30m	$12,500–$20,000	$3,100–$15,000
5 hours (about 1,948 nm)	5h 00m	$25,000–$40,000	$6,300–$30,000

Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.

Which routes can a midsize jet fly non-stop?

10 of the routes on this site are within non-stop range, from Zurich to Milan at 118 nm.

Zurich to Milan: 118 nm, about 0h 32m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Milan to Zurich: 118 nm, about 0h 32m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Geneva to Zurich: 121 nm, about 0h 33m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Zurich to Geneva: 121 nm, about 0h 33m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Nice to Milan: 134 nm, about 0h 35m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Milan to Nice: 134 nm, about 0h 35m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Geneva to Milan: 135 nm, about 0h 35m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Milan to Geneva: 135 nm, about 0h 35m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Nice to Geneva: 157 nm, about 0h 38m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000
Geneva to Nice: 157 nm, about 0h 38m, empty leg estimated at $1,300–$6,000

Model estimate, not a quote. See how we calculate prices.

How does a midsize jet compare with the other categories?

It sits between the light jet and the super-midsize jet.

Category	Seats	Range	Hourly band (USD)
Turboprop	6–9	1,000–1,800 nm	$2,000–$3,100
Very light jet	4–5	Up to 1,100 nm	$2,700–$3,500
Light jet	6–8	1,500–2,000 nm	$3,500–$5,500
Midsize jet	7–9	2,000–2,800 nm	$5,000–$8,000
Super-midsize jet	8–10	3,200–3,900 nm	$7,500–$11,000
Heavy jet	10–14	4,000–5,000 nm	$9,000–$15,000
Ultra-long-range jet	12–19	6,000–7,700 nm	$14,000–$22,000

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Questions about midsize jets

Can I stand up in a midsize jet?

On most, yes. Cabin height is typically 1.7 to 1.8 metres, so most adults can move around without crouching.

How far can a midsize jet fly non-stop?

Around 2,000 to 2,800 nautical miles. London to Dubai is at the edge and usually needs a fuel stop; London to Athens or Marrakech is comfortable.

Is catering included?

A standard cold platter and drinks are usually included. Specific requests, hot meals and champagne are arranged with the operator and charged at cost.

Do you pay per seat or for the whole aircraft?

Almost always the whole aircraft. An empty leg on an eight-seat jet costs the same for one passenger or eight, which is why empty legs work best for groups. A few operators and apps sell single seats on selected flights; where that applies, the listing says so.