Private charter between Tachilek and Kengtung starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Tachilek (THL) ⇄ Kengtung (KET) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Tachilek and Kengtung is about 96 km (60 miles), or 52 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Tachilek to Kengtung (and Kengtung to Tachilek) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (MMK) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 36 min | 32 min – 40 min | K16,800,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 32 min | 29 min – 35 min | K19,950,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MMK) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 36 min | K16,800,000 – K23,100,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 35 min | K18,900,000 – K25,200,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (MMK) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 32 min | K19,950,000 – K28,350,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 32 min | K22,050,000 – K31,500,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 31 min | K24,150,000 – K33,600,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Tachilek, Myanmar: Tachileik Airport, Bokeo International Airport and Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport.
Kengtung, Myanmar: Kengtung Airport.
| Tachileik Airport | Kengtung Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VYTL / THL | VYKG / KET |
| Longest hard runway | 7,002 ft | 7,815 ft |
| Surface | Bitumen | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,280 ft | 2,798 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Tachilek to Kengtung can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Tachileik Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,002 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,002 ft to spare. The leg is 96 km.
Alternates within range: Bokeo International Airport (8,858 ft, 30 km) · Mae Fah Luang - Chiang Rai International Airport (9,843 ft, 59 km) · Ban Huoeisay Airport (4,922 ft, 58 km)
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Tachilek–Kengtung sector leaves when you do.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 96 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Tachilek–Kengtung 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.
Roughly 36 min gate to gate across the 96 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Tachilek–Kengtung charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Tachilek–Kengtung 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.
