Private charter between Kobuk and Kotzebue starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Kobuk (DCK) ⇄ Kotzebue (OTZ) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Kobuk and Kotzebue is about 248 km (154 miles), or 134 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Kobuk to Kotzebue (and Kotzebue to Kobuk) ranges from US$10,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 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. | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 54 min | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 52 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Kobuk–Kotzebue charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Kobuk, United States: Dahl Creek Airport.
Kotzebue, United States: Ralph Wien Memorial Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Kobuk: Shungnak (SHG); Kotzebue: Kotzebue (OTZ).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Mon, most often around 22:00 UTC.
Kotzebue→Kobuk runs about 3 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Fri is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kobuk → Kotzebue | 9 | 36 min | 32 min | Pilatus PC-12 (9) |
| Kotzebue → Kobuk | 6 | 39 min | — | Pilatus PC-12 (6) |
15 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Dahl Creek Airport | Ralph Wien Memorial Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | DCK / DCK | PAOT / OTZ |
| Longest hard runway | — | 6,300 ft |
| Surface | GRAVEL-P | ASPH-G |
| Field elevation | 260 ft | 14 ft |
| Distance from city | 3 km | in the city |
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 4,800 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,490 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 4,300 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,390 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 3,100 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,870 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,400 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,100 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 3,300 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,590 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,800 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 5,100 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,170 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,800 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,390 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,022 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,340 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 2,100 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,590 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 724 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,290 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,370 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,616 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,400 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,090 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,608 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,910 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 860 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,090 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,000 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,490 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,510 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,090 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 300 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,950 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 500 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,802 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 300 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,650 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,500 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,635 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Kobuk Airport · Shungnak Airport · Ambler Airport · Robert (Bob) Curtis Memorial Airport
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$10,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Demand on Kobuk–Kotzebue comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$10,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 54 min in the air over 248 km (154 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kobuk–Kotzebue departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kobuk–Kotzebue charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Kotzebue to Kobuk runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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