Fly private between Fairbanks and Central from US$10,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Fairbanks (FAI) to Central (CEM) and Central to Fairbanks — timed and priced alike.
Fairbanks and Central lie approximately 166 km apart (103 mi / 90 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Fairbanks to Central (and Central to Fairbanks) ranges from US$10,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$11,000 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 44 min | 40 min – 48 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 44 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 42 min | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
On Fairbanks–Central, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Fairbanks, United States: Fairbanks International Airport.
Central, United States: Central Airport.
| Fairbanks International Airport | Central Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | PAFA / FAI | PACE / CEM |
| Longest hard runway | 11,800 ft | — |
| Surface | ASPH-G | GRVL-P |
| Field elevation | 439 ft | 937 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 10,300 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,592 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 9,800 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,492 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 8,600 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,972 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,900 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,202 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 8,800 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,692 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 10,300 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,772 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 10,600 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,272 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,300 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,492 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 8,522 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,442 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 7,600 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,692 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,224 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,392 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,870 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,718 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,900 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,192 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,108 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,012 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,360 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,192 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,500 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,592 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,010 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,192 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,800 ft spare |
14,260 km 14,052 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,000 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,904 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,800 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,752 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,000 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,737 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Nenana Municipal Airport (4,600 ft, 65 km) · Chena Marina Airport · Metro Field · Lakloey Air Park · Circle Hot Springs Airport · Circle City (New) Airport
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Fairbanks–Central when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
See the guide range — US$10,000 – US$11,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Demand on Fairbanks–Central 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$10,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 44 min gate to gate across the 166 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Fairbanks–Central charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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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