Fly private between Adelaide and Darwin from US$49,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Adelaide (ADL) to Darwin (DRW), and from Darwin (DRW) back to Adelaide (ADL).
The straight-line distance between Adelaide and Darwin is about 2,621 km (1,629 miles), or 1,415 nautical miles.
From A$76,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Adelaide–Darwin spans US$49,500 – US$129,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 41m | 3h 19m – 4h 03m | A$76,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 25m | 3h 05m – 3h 46m | A$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 41m | A$76,000 – A$110,000 (~US$49,500 – US$69,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 38m | A$83,000 – A$110,000 (~US$54,500 – US$70,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 29m | A$91,000 – A$110,000 (~US$59,500 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 25m | A$100,000 – A$140,000 (~US$67,500 – US$94,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 25m | A$110,000 – A$150,000 (~US$74,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 29m | A$120,000 – A$150,000 (~US$81,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Adelaide, Australia: Adelaide International Airport and RAAF Base Edinburgh.
Darwin, Australia: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin.
| Adelaide International Airport | Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPAD / ADL | YPDN / DRW |
| Longest hard runway | 10,171 ft | 11,004 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 20 ft | 103 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,971 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,097 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,271 ft spare |
2,410 km 867 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,671 ft spare |
3,700 km 423 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,893 ft spare |
3,650 km 373 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,971 ft spare |
3,900 km 623 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,595 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,323 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,241 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,649 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,271 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,123 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,479 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,943 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,731 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,123 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,871 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,523 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,381 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,123 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,171 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,983 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,371 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,835 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,171 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,683 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,371 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,668 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: RAAF Base Edinburgh (8,399 ft, 28 km) · Adelaide Parafield Airport (4,429 ft, 19 km) · Gawler Airport · Aldinga Airport (2,515 ft, 38 km) · Delissaville Airport · Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport · Palmer Airport · Robertson Barracks Heliport (59 ft, 10 km)
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Choose your wheels-up time — Adelaide–Darwin runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Adelaide–Darwin is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$49,500 – US$129,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 3h 41m gate to gate across the 2,621 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Adelaide–Darwin departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
