Fly private between Dillon's Bay and Ipota from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Dillon's Bay (DLY) ⇄ Ipota (TAH) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Dillon's Bay and Ipota is about 80 km (50 miles), or 43 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$13,500 for a one-way charter between Dillon's Bay and Ipota, 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 28 min | 25 min – 31 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 28 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 27 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
The guide range for Dillon's Bay–Ipota is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Dillon's Bay, Vanuatu: Dillon's Bay Airport.
Ipota, Vanuatu: Whitegrass Airport.
| Dillon's Bay Airport | Whitegrass Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NVVD / DLY | NVVW / TAH |
| Longest hard runway | — | 4,035 ft |
| Surface | Grass | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 630 ft | 19 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 67 km |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,535 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,700 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,035 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,600 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 835 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,080 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,135 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,310 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,035 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,800 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,535 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,880 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,835 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,380 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 535 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,600 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 757 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,550 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 165 ft short |
3,900 km 3,800 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,541 ft short |
4,600 km 4,500 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 895 ft short |
5,926 km 5,826 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 865 ft short |
6,400 km 6,300 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 657 ft short |
7,220 km 7,120 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,405 ft short |
7,400 km 7,300 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,265 ft short |
7,800 km 7,700 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 755 ft short |
7,400 km 7,300 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,965 ft short |
14,260 km 14,160 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,765 ft short |
11,112 km 11,012 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,965 ft short |
12,960 km 12,860 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 765 ft short |
11,945 km 11,845 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Ipota Airport · Ipota Airport · Dillon's Bay Airport · Aniwa Airport
Those 28 min are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$13,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Dillon's Bay to Ipota.
Demand on Dillon's Bay–Ipota comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$13,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 28 min gate to gate across the 80 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 Dillon's Bay–Ipota 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.
Of course: Ipota to Dillon's Bay runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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