Private charter between Buka Island and Port Moresby starts at US$11,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Buka Island (BUA) to Port Moresby (POM) and Port Moresby to Buka Island — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Buka Island and Port Moresby is about 935 km (581 miles), or 505 nautical miles.
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Expect US$11,000 – US$32,000 for a one-way charter between Buka Island and Port Moresby, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 34m | 1h 25m – 1h 43m | US$23,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 34m | US$23,000 – US$32,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 33m | US$25,500 – US$35,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 30m | US$27,500 – US$38,500 | 8-10 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Buka Island–Port Moresby charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Buka Island, Papua New Guinea: Buka Airport.
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport.
| Buka Airport | Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AYBK / BUA | AYPY / POM |
| Longest hard runway | 5,125 ft | 9,022 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 11 ft | 146 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,625 ft spare |
1,800 km 631 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,125 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,531 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,925 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,011 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,225 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,241 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,125 ft spare |
2,900 km 1,731 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,625 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,531 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,847 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,481 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 925 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,731 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 451 ft short |
4,600 km 3,431 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 195 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,757 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 225 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,231 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 433 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,051 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 315 ft short |
7,400 km 6,231 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 175 ft short |
7,800 km 6,631 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 335 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,231 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 875 ft short |
14,260 km 13,091 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 675 ft short |
11,112 km 9,943 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 875 ft short |
12,960 km 11,791 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 325 ft spare |
11,945 km 10,776 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Naoro Airport · Haelogo Airport · Efogi Airport · Kagi Airport
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Buka Island to Port Moresby.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Buka Island–Port Moresby is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$11,000 – US$32,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 34m gate to gate across the 935 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Buka Island–Port Moresby 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: Port Moresby to Buka Island runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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