For flights from the Bahamas to the West Coast or deep into South America, a super midsize jet is often the smallest aircraft that does it nonstop. The Citation Sovereign suits a full working group or a family traveling together rather than a couple of passengers.
Cessna (Textron Aviation) introduced the Citation Sovereign in 2004. Cabins are typically fitted with a fully enclosed lavatory, though this varies by airframe and we confirm the specifics before quoting. It is used out of the Bahamas partly because it can carry more baggage than most of its class. Every Citation Sovereign 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: 2004
- Seating: 8 to 9
- Crew: 2
- Range: 3,200 nautical miles
- Cruise speed: 460 knots
- Service ceiling: 47,000 feet
- Length: 63.5 feet
- Wingspan: 72.3 feet
- Height: 20.3 feet
- Baggage volume: 100 cubic feet
- Lavatory: Enclosed
Why the Citation Sovereign Fits the Bahamas
It is often the best value per passenger mile on a long sector with a mid-sized group.
It bridges the gap where a midsize would stop and a heavy jet would be overkill.
Working from the published 3,200 nautical miles and leaving margin for wind and reserves, Chicago, Denver, and Los Angeles are reachable nonstop from Nassau. How much you are carrying and what the winds are doing will move that, which the operator calculates per 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 Citation Sovereign run $6,000 to $7,800 per hour as of 8/2026. Actual quotes vary by operator, routing, positioning, and date.
Other Super Midsize Jets Available
The full super midsize jets category page lists every super midsize jet we arrange for Bahamas trips.
Contact
For a quote on a Citation Sovereign charter to or from the Bahamas, 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.