Fly private between Eskimo Point and Whale Cove from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Eskimo Point (YEK) ⇄ Whale Cove (YRT) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Eskimo Point and Whale Cove is about 217 km (135 miles), or 117 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Eskimo Point and Whale Cove, 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 42 min | 38 min – 46 min | C$11,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 42 min | C$11,000 – C$15,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 41 min | C$12,000 – C$16,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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.
On Eskimo Point–Whale Cove, 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Eskimo Point, Canada: Arviat Airport.
Whale Cove, Canada: Rankin Inlet Airport.
| Arviat Airport | Rankin Inlet Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYEK / YEK | CYRT / YRT |
| Longest hard runway | — | 6,000 ft |
| Surface | GVL | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 32 ft | 94 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 68 km |
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 4,500 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,528 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 4,000 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,428 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,800 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,908 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,100 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,138 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 3,000 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,628 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,500 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,708 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,800 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,208 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,500 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,428 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,722 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,378 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,800 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,628 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 424 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,328 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,070 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,654 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,100 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,128 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,308 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,948 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 560 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,128 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 700 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,528 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,210 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,128 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 0 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,988 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 200 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,840 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 0 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,688 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,200 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,673 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Arviat Water Aerodrome · Whale Cove Airport
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Demand on Eskimo Point–Whale Cove comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 42 min gate to gate over 217 km (135 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 Eskimo Point–Whale Cove 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: Whale Cove to Eskimo Point runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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