Cessna 206H vs Cirrus SR22

Live Market Snapshot

Current asking-price market, aggregated across multiple marketplaces · refreshed daily

Cessna 206H
For sale now
19
Median asking
$549,000
Range
$348,000–$1,073,800
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
3
Source marketplaces
6
Model years available
1999–2024
Cirrus SR22
For sale now
255
Median asking
$369,473
Range
$233,400–$867,970
Listed on 2+ marketplaces
149
Source marketplaces
16
Model years available
2001–2025

Live data from AeroGurus, aggregated daily across the used-aircraft market. Figures are current asking prices, not appraisals — confirm with a pre-buy inspection.

Safety Record

Absolute counts scale with fleet size — the most-produced types log more events without being less safe. Compare the % fatal.

NTSB (1982–now)Cessna 206HCirrus SR22
All events15124
Serious18
Fatal538
Fatalities1074
% Fatal33%31%
View full Cessna 206H NTSB record →View full Cirrus SR22 NTSB record →

Full Specs Comparison

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Spec / Model Cessna 206H Cirrus SR22
Cessna 206H
View 19 listings →
Median $549,000
 Cirrus SR22
View 251 listings →
Median $369,473
Price Range $348,000 – $1,073,800 $233,400 – $867,970
Category Single Engine Piston Single Engine Piston
Model Specifications
Seats 6 5
Horsepower 300 HP 310 HP
Cruise Speed 142 kts (263 km/h) 183 kts (339 km/h)
Range 840 nm (1,556 km) 1,049 nm (1,943 km)
Service Ceiling — 17,500 ft (5,334 m)
Max Gross Weight 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg) 3,600 lbs (1,633 kg)
Useful Load 1,400 lbs (635 kg) 1,183 lbs (537 kg)
Fuel Capacity — 92.0 gal (348 L)
Fuel Burn 14.5 GPH (55 L/h) 13.5 GPH (51 L/h)
TBO 1,500 hrs 2,000 hrs
Overhaul Cost $35,000 $36,000
Annual Fixed $22,000 $25,000
Hourly Variable $175 $180
Engines 1 x Piston 1 x Piston

Cost of Ownership

Estimate

Cessna 206H

Fuel$80/hr
Variable$175/hr
Annual Fixed$22,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $57,000/yr

Cirrus SR22

Fuel$74/hr
Variable$180/hr
Annual Fixed$25,000/yr
Total (200 hrs/yr) $61,000/yr

Which Should You Buy: Cessna 206H or Cirrus SR22?

Pick the 206H if…

  • Lower operating cost — ~$175/hr vs $180/hr.
  • More seats — 6 vs 5.

Pick the SR22 if…

  • Budget matters — from $233,400 vs $348,000, you save ~$114,600.
  • Faster cruise — 183 kts vs 142 kts.
  • Longer range — 1049 nm vs 840 nm.
  • Newer design — production from 2001 vs 1998.
  • More inventory — 251 listings vs 19.

Auto-generated from current market data and published specs. Confirm with a pre-buy inspection and professional appraisal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Cessna 206H or Cirrus SR22?
It depends on your mission and budget. The 206H cruises at 142 kts with 840 nm range. The SR22 cruises at 183 kts with 1,049 nm range. Review the specs table above to find which fits your flying profile.
How do prices compare?
Cessna 206H: from $509,000. Cirrus SR22: from $649,900. Prices vary by year, hours, avionics, and condition. Always get a pre-buy inspection.
What's the difference between Cessna 206H and Cirrus SR22?
SR22 engine: Continental IO-550-N (310 hp). Seats: 6 vs 5. Cruise: 142 vs 183 kts. Range: 840 vs 1049 nm.
Which is cheaper to operate per hour?
206H: about $175/hr variable cost. SR22: about $180/hr variable cost. Variable cost includes fuel, reserves and overhaul accruals. Annual fixed costs (hangar, insurance, annual inspection) add to the total.
Which has more seats and useful load?
206H: 6 seats / 1,400 lb useful load. SR22: 5 seats / 1,183 lb useful load. Useful load = max gross weight minus empty weight; it determines how much fuel plus payload you can carry.
How does maintenance compare — TBO and overhaul cost?
206H: 1,500-hour TBO, overhaul ~$35,000. SR22: 2,000-hour TBO, overhaul ~$36,000. Reaching the time-between-overhaul (TBO) triggers a mandatory engine/airframe rebuild that affects resale value.
Disclaimer: All prices and cost estimates are from third-party sources for informational purposes only. Always obtain professional appraisal and inspection before purchase.
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