Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time46 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Fly private between Rangiroa and Manihi from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Rangiroa (RGI) to Manihi (AHE), and from Manihi (AHE) back to Rangiroa (RGI).
Rangiroa and Manihi lie approximately 162 km apart (101 mi / 87 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Rangiroa to Manihi (and Manihi to Rangiroa) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$13,500 for a very light jet such as the Cessna Citation M2. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,410 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 38 min | 34 min – 42 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 46 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 44 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation M2 | 38 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 38 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 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.
Jet charter costs between Rangiroa and Manihi 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:
Rangiroa, French Polynesia: Rangiroa Airport.
Manihi, French Polynesia: Ahe Airport.
| Rangiroa Airport | Ahe Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTTG / RGI | NTHE / AHE |
| Longest hard runway | 6,890 ft | 4,068 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 10 ft | 11 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 20 km |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,068 ft at Ahe Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,568 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,597 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,068 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,497 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 868 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,977 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,168 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,207 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,068 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,697 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,568 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,777 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,868 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,277 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 568 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,497 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 790 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,447 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 132 ft short |
3,900 km 3,697 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,508 ft short |
4,600 km 4,397 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 862 ft short |
5,926 km 5,723 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 832 ft short |
6,400 km 6,197 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 624 ft short |
7,220 km 7,017 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,372 ft short |
7,400 km 7,197 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,232 ft short |
7,800 km 7,597 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 722 ft short |
7,400 km 7,197 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,932 ft short |
14,260 km 14,057 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,732 ft short |
11,112 km 10,909 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,932 ft short |
12,960 km 12,757 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 732 ft short |
11,945 km 11,742 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Tikehau Airport (3,937 ft, 64 km) · Manihi Airport (3,051 ft, 0 km)
Pets are welcome on every Rangiroa–Manihi charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Demand on Rangiroa–Manihi 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$13,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 46 min gate to gate over 162 km (101 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Rangiroa–Manihi 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: Manihi to Rangiroa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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