Cessna Citation Sovereign Aircraft in United States

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33 used Cessna Citation Sovereign aircraft for sale in United States · 12-seat · $7.3M – $25.5M · updated 4 min ago

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About the Cessna Citation Sovereign

The Citation Sovereign is the larger mid-size Citation — produced 2004-2019 (later as Sovereign+ with Pro Line Fusion), a transcontinental jet seating 9-12 with twin Pratt & Whitney PW306C engines, cruise ~458 kt, range ~3,000 nm. The most capable Citation before the X and Latitude/Longitude.

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Cessna Citation Sovereign Specifications

Model spec

The Cessna Citation Sovereign is a 12-seat midsize jet with a cruise speed of 430–473 kt (796–876 km/h), a range of 2,700–3,500 nm (5,000–6,482 km), and a useful load of 6,300 lbs (2,858 kg).

Performance
Cruise430–473 kt (796–876 km/h)
Max Speed458–460 kt (848–852 km/h)
Range2,700–3,500 nm (5,000–6,482 km)
Service Ceiling47,000 ft (14,326 m)
Engine & Fuel
Fuel Capacity851.0 gal (3,221 L)
Fuel Burn210.0 GPH (795 L/h)
ICAO TypeC680
Weights & Seats
Seats12
Max Gross Weight30,300–39,500 lbs (13,744–17,917 kg)
Useful Load6,300 lbs (2,858 kg)
Production2004–2020

33 Cessna Citation Sovereign For Sale

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There are currently 33 used Cessna Citation Sovereign for sale, ranging from $7,300,000 to $25,495,000, with a median asking price of $9,550,000.

$7,300,000
For Sale
Total Time 4,239
Reg# N680FD US
Location Coraopolis, PA
11 sources
Listed 2mo ago
$7,390,000
For Sale
Reg# N405PV US
Location Norman, OK
Via CM White
3 sources
Listed 1mo ago
$7,600,000
For Sale
Reg# N899JF US
Location Riverhead, NY
Listed 1mo ago
$11,500,000
For Sale
Total Time 5,555
Reg# N680V US
Location GA
Listed 9d ago
$16,000,000
For Sale
Reg# N280P US
Location Orlando, FL
8 sources
Listed 2mo ago
$25,495,000
For Sale
Total Time 460
Listed 3mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 1,767
Reg# N472CB US
Location TX
Via jetAVIVA
Listed 2mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 3,352
Reg# N680MC US
Location OR
3 sources
Listed 16d ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 1,500
Reg# N10TS US
Location CA
Via jetAVIVA
Listed 2mo ago
Contact for Price
For Sale
Total Time 3,353
Location Atlanta, GA
Via OGARAJETS
6 sources
Listed 14d ago

Cessna Citation Sovereign Variants

Variant Years Seats Cruise Range Useful load Price range Best for Listings for sale
Citation Latitude 446 kts (826 km/h) 2,700 nm (5,000 km) from $16M 9
Citation Longitude 473 kts (876 km/h) 3,500 nm (6,482 km) from $25.5M 2

Compare Cessna Citation Sovereign

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Cessna Citation Sovereign Price & Cost

How much does a Cessna Citation Sovereign cost? Used Citation Sovereign prices: $7.3M – $25.5M, average $12.5M (median $9.6M), across 6 priced of 33 active listings.

Cessna Citation Sovereign Price Guide
Market Deal RatingAeroGurus rating
Overpriced
100%
3

Based on 3 priced listings.

Key price factors: engine time to overhaul, year and airframe hours, avionics, damage history and logbook completeness — see the buying guide below for the full pre-purchase checklist.

Cessna Citation Sovereign Cost of Ownership estimate
Fuel (210.0 GPH × $6.20, 100 hrs)$130,200/yr
Estimates at 100 flight hours/year. Actual costs vary by usage, location and insurance.

Buying a Used Cessna Citation Sovereign

Buying a Cessna Citation Sovereign is about the engines, maintenance programs and avionics as much as the airframe. Engine and airframe hourly-maintenance programs transfer with the aircraft and materially change both price and risk.

What to check before buying

  • Engine status & program — time to overhaul/MPI and whether the engines are enrolled on an hourly maintenance program (the biggest value driver on any jet).
  • Airframe program & inspections — scheduled (Doc) inspections, airframe/parts programs and total cycles.
  • Avionics & mandates — a modern glass flight deck plus required mandates (ADS-B, FANS) raise value and capability.
  • Damage history & logbooks — complete, gap-free records and a clean accident history protect resale.
  • Pre-buy inspection — a full pre-buy at a type-authorised service centre before money changes hands.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cessna Citation Sovereign

What is the Cessna Citation Sovereign?
The Sovereign is a super-midsize Citation business jet with a stand-up, flat-floor cabin and transcontinental range, powered by two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW306 engines. It was sold as the Sovereign and the improved Sovereign+.
What is the difference between the Sovereign and Sovereign+?
The Sovereign+ is the improved version, with winglets, more efficient engines and an updated flight deck, while keeping the same large stand-up cabin and super-midsize mission as the original Sovereign.
How much does a Citation Sovereign cost?
Used Sovereign prices vary with model (Sovereign or Sovereign+), hours, engine program and avionics. See the live price range and median above.
What is the Citation Sovereign range?
The Sovereign has a range of roughly 2,500 to 3,000 nautical miles depending on variant, payload and reserves, giving it transcontinental and longer-leg capability.
How many seats does the Citation Sovereign have?
The Sovereign typically seats eight to twelve in a stand-up super-midsize cabin, plus crew, depending on the interior layout.
How does the Citation Sovereign compare to the Latitude?
The Latitude is the later super-midsize Citation, with a wider flat-floor cabin and a more modern flight deck; the Sovereign offers comparable or slightly greater range in some configurations and is typically more affordable on the used market.
Is the Citation Sovereign still in production?
No — Sovereign production ended in 2021, succeeded in the super-midsize class by the Latitude and Longitude. The Sovereign is well supported by the Citation parts and service network.

Cessna Citation Sovereign Inventory by Country

United States35
Brazil2
Canada2
Belgium1
Austria1
Australia1

Cessna Citation Sovereign Inventory by State

California2
Florida2
Georgia2
Indiana2
North Carolina2
Nebraska2
New York2
Pennsylvania2
Texas2

Cessna Citation Sovereign by Decade

2000s14
2010s16
2020s3

Recently Sold Cessna Citation Sovereign

2005 Citation Sovereign$4,400,000
2019 Citation Sovereign$15,995,000

Cessna Citation Sovereign Safety Record

No NTSB events on record for the Cessna Citation Sovereign. Individual aircraft safety records may be available on detail pages.

Source: NTSB Aviation Accident Database

Disclaimer: All prices, cost estimates, and market values shown are based on asking prices from third-party sources and are provided for informational purposes only. AeroGurus is not an appraiser, broker, or financial advisor. Always obtain a professional appraisal and independent inspection before making a purchase decision.
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