Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time27 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide price£6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000)
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Private charter between North Ronaldsay and Eday starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly North Ronaldsay (KOI) ⇄ Eday (KOI) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
North Ronaldsay and Eday lie approximately 0 km apart (0 mi / 0 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between North Ronaldsay and Eday, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 27 min | 24 min – 30 min | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 27 min | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
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 North Ronaldsay and Eday 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
North Ronaldsay, United Kingdom: Kirkwall Airport.
Eday, United Kingdom: Kirkwall Airport.
| Kirkwall Airport | Kirkwall Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGPA / KOI | EGPA / KOI |
| Longest hard runway | 4,690 ft | 4,690 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 50 ft | 50 ft |
| Distance from city | 53 km | 27 km |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,690 ft at Kirkwall Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,190 ft spare |
1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,690 ft spare |
2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,490 ft spare |
2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,790 ft spare |
2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,690 ft spare |
2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,190 ft spare |
1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,490 ft spare |
1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,190 ft spare |
3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,412 ft spare |
3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 490 ft spare |
3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 886 ft short |
4,600 km | Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 240 ft short |
5,926 km | Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 210 ft short |
6,400 km | Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2 ft short |
7,220 km | Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 750 ft short |
7,400 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 610 ft short |
7,800 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 100 ft short |
7,400 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,310 ft short |
14,260 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,110 ft short |
11,112 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,310 ft short |
12,960 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 110 ft short |
11,945 km | Runway too short |
Alternates within range: North Ronaldsay Airport · Sanday Airport · Papa Westray Airport · Eday Airport · Eday Airport · Stronsay Airport · Sanday Airport · Papa Westray Airport
Our team responds to North Ronaldsay–Eday quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The North Ronaldsay–Eday sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the North Ronaldsay–Eday trip to its true flying time: 27 min.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Demand on North Ronaldsay–Eday 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$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 27 min airborne across the 0 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day North Ronaldsay–Eday departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our North Ronaldsay–Eday 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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