Fly private between Sigiriya and Trinciomalee from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Sigiriya (ACJ) to Trinciomalee (TRR), and from Trinciomalee (TRR) back to Sigiriya (ACJ).
The straight-line distance between Sigiriya and Trinciomalee is about 87 km (54 miles), or 47 nautical miles.
From Rs2,480,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Sigiriya and Trinciomalee, 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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (LKR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | Rs2,480,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 31 min | 28 min – 34 min | Rs2,950,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (LKR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 34 min | Rs2,480,000 – Rs3,410,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 33 min | Rs2,790,000 – Rs3,720,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (LKR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 31 min | Rs2,950,000 – Rs4,190,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 31 min | Rs3,260,000 – Rs4,650,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 30 min | Rs3,570,000 – Rs4,960,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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.
The guide range for Sigiriya–Trinciomalee 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:
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka: Anuradhapura Airport.
Trinciomalee, Sri Lanka: China Bay Airport.
| Anuradhapura Airport | China Bay Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VCCA / ACJ | VCCT / TRR |
| Longest hard runway | 4,876 ft | 7,850 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 324 ft | 6 ft |
| Distance from city | 51 km | in the city |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,876 ft at Anuradhapura Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,376 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,691 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,876 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,591 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,676 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,071 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,976 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,301 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,876 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,791 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,376 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,871 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,676 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,371 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,376 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,591 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,598 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,541 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 676 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,791 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 700 ft short |
4,600 km 4,491 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 54 ft short |
5,926 km 5,817 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 24 ft short |
6,400 km 6,291 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 184 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,111 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 564 ft short |
7,400 km 7,291 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 424 ft short |
7,800 km 7,691 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 86 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,291 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,124 ft short |
14,260 km 14,151 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 924 ft short |
11,112 km 11,003 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,124 ft short |
12,960 km 12,851 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 76 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,836 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Dambulu Oya Tank Seaplane Base · Trincomalee Harbor Waterdrome
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Sigiriya–Trinciomalee sector leaves when you do.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 87 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Sigiriya–Trinciomalee, confirmed once we check live availability.
Sigiriya–Trinciomalee is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 34 min gate to gate over 87 km (54 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Sigiriya–Trinciomalee 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.
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