Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 16m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceA$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500)
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Charter Darwin to Groote Eylandt privately from US$9,500, about 1h 16m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Darwin (DRW) to Groote Eylandt (GTE) and Groote Eylandt to Darwin — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Darwin to Groote Eylandt is roughly 628 kilometres — 390 miles, or 339 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Darwin–Groote Eylandt spans US$9,500 – US$24,500: 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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 (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 16m | 1h 08m – 1h 24m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 12m | 1h 05m – 1h 19m | A$18,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 16m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 14m | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 12m | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 12m | A$18,000 – A$26,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 11m | A$20,000 – A$28,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 08m | A$22,000 – A$31,000 (~US$14,500 – US$20,500) | 6-8 |
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.
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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Darwin, Australia: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin.
Groote Eylandt, Australia: Groote Eylandt Airport.
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | Groote Eylandt Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPDN / DRW | YGTE / GTE |
| Longest hard runway | 11,004 ft | 6,237 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 103 ft | 53 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Darwin to Groote Eylandt can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. The tighter of the two runways is Groote Eylandt Airport at 6,237 ft, against the 6,000 ft needed by the most demanding type on the list, the Bombardier Global 7500 — 237 ft of margin. The leg is 628 km.
Alternates within range: Delissaville Airport · Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport · Palmer Airport · Robertson Barracks Heliport (59 ft, 10 km)
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide pricing on Darwin–Groote Eylandt is published clearly: US$9,500 – US$24,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Darwin–Groote Eylandt is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$9,500 – US$24,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 16m airborne across the 628 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Darwin–Groote Eylandt 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: Groote Eylandt to Darwin runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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