Private charter between Adelaide and Canberra starts at US$11,000 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Adelaide (ADL) ⇄ Canberra (CBR) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Adelaide and Canberra is about 970 km (603 miles), or 524 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Adelaide to Canberra (and Canberra to Adelaide) ranges from US$11,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$33,000 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. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 37m | 1h 27m – 1h 47m | A$36,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 37m | A$36,000 – A$50,000 (~US$23,500 – US$33,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 36m | A$40,000 – A$56,000 (~US$26,000 – US$36,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 32m | A$43,000 – A$60,000 (~US$28,000 – US$39,500) | 8-10 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Adelaide–Canberra quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Adelaide, Australia: Adelaide International Airport and RAAF Base Edinburgh.
Canberra, Australia: Canberra Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Adelaide: Adelaide (ADL, YPPF, YPED); Canberra: Canberra (CBR).
Observed traffic points to an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate, on the departures logged so far.
Canberra→Adelaide runs about 21 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adelaide → Canberra | 14 | 73 min | 68 min | Dassault Falcon 7X (8) |
| Canberra → Adelaide | 11 | 94 min | — | Dassault Falcon 7X (9), Dassault Falcon 50 (2) |
25 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Adelaide International Airport | Canberra Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPAD / ADL | YSCB / CBR |
| Longest hard runway | 10,171 ft | 10,771 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 20 ft | 1,886 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Adelaide to Canberra can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Adelaide International Airport has 10,171 ft and Canberra Airport 10,771 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 970 km.
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) · Collector Airport · Braidwood Airport · Majura Training Area Heliport · Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Adelaide–Canberra charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Adelaide–Canberra is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$11,000 – US$33,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 37m gate to gate over 970 km (603 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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–Canberra departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Adelaide–Canberra 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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