Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 21m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceC$13,000 – C$18,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500)
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Private charter between Edmonton and Rainbow Lake starts at US$9,500 aboard a very light jet.
We fly Edmonton (YEG) ⇄ Rainbow Lake (YOP) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Edmonton to Rainbow Lake is roughly 681 kilometres — 423 miles, or 367 nautical miles.
From C$13,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Edmonton–Rainbow Lake spans US$9,500 – US$26,000: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 21m | 1h 13m – 1h 29m | C$13,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 16m | 1h 08m – 1h 24m | C$18,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 21m | C$13,000 – C$18,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 18m | C$14,000 – C$20,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 17m | C$16,000 – C$22,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 16m | C$18,000 – C$24,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 14m | C$20,000 – C$27,000 (~US$14,500 – US$20,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 12m | C$21,000 – C$29,000 (~US$15,500 – US$21,500) | 6-8 |
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.
On Edmonton–Rainbow Lake, 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:
Edmonton, Canada: Edmonton International Airport and Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport.
Rainbow Lake, Canada: Rainbow Lake Airport.
| Edmonton International Airport | Rainbow Lake Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYEG / YEG | CYOP / YOP |
| Longest hard runway | 11,000 ft | 4,539 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 2,373 ft | 1,759 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,539 ft at Rainbow Lake Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Edmonton / Villeneuve Airport (5,001 ft, 44 km) · Wetaskiwin Regional Airport (3,876 ft, 40 km) · Edmonton / Josephburg Airport (4,560 ft, 57 km) · Camrose Airport (4,512 ft, 59 km)
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Edmonton–Rainbow Lake trip to its true flying time: 1h 21m.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
The Edmonton to Rainbow Lake route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$9,500 – US$26,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 21m in the air over 681 km (423 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Edmonton–Rainbow Lake 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.
Of course: Rainbow Lake to Edmonton runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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