Private charter between Balikpapan and Manado starts at US$11,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Balikpapan (BPN) ⇄ Manado (MDC) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Balikpapan and Manado is about 946 km (588 miles), or 511 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Balikpapan to Manado (and Manado to Balikpapan) ranges from US$11,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$32,000 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (IDR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 35m | 1h 26m – 1h 45m | Rp372,600,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (IDR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 35m | Rp372,600,000 – Rp518,400,000 (~US$23,000 – US$32,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 34m | Rp413,100,000 – Rp567,000,000 (~US$25,500 – US$35,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 31m | Rp445,500,000 – Rp623,700,000 (~US$27,500 – US$38,500) | 8-10 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Balikpapan and Manado are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Balikpapan, Indonesia: Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport.
Manado, Indonesia: Sam Ratulangi International Airport.
| Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport | Sam Ratulangi International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | WALL / BPN | WAMM / MDC |
| Longest hard runway | 8,202 ft | 8,693 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 12 ft | 264 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Balikpapan to Manado can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport has 8,202 ft and Sam Ratulangi International Airport 8,693 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 946 km.
Alternates within range: balikpapan helipad · Senipah Heliport
Guide pricing on Balikpapan–Manado is published clearly: US$11,000 – US$32,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Pets are welcome on every Balikpapan–Manado charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on Balikpapan–Manado comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$11,000 – US$32,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 35m gate to gate over 946 km (588 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Balikpapan–Manado departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Balikpapan–Manado charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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