Heavy Jet
- Passengers12-16
- Flight time5h 54m
- Range7,400 km
- Guide priceUS$142,000 – US$199,000
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. With seating for 12-16, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Private charter between Hong Kong and Male starts at US$100,000 aboard a heavy jet.
This route runs both ways — Hong Kong (HKG) to Male (MLE) and Male to Hong Kong — timed and priced alike.
Hong Kong and Male lie approximately 4,789 km apart (2,976 mi / 2,586 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Hong Kong to Male (and Male to Hong Kong) ranges from US$100,000 for a heavy jet like the Challenger 605, up to US$256,000 for a heavy jet such as the Challenger 605. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. With seating for 12-16, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heavy Jet · rec. | 5h 54m | 5h 19m – 6h 29m | US$142,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 5h 54m | US$142,000 – US$199,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 5h 43m | US$156,000 – US$200,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 5h 43m | US$170,500 – US$200,000 | 13-16 |
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.
On Hong Kong–Male, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Hong Kong, Hong Kong: Hong Kong International Airport, Macau International Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport and Zhuhai Jinwan Airport.
Male, Maldives: Velana International Airport.
| Hong Kong International Airport | Velana International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VHHH / HKG | VRMM / MLE |
| Longest hard runway | 12,467 ft | 11,155 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 28 ft | 6 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,655 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,287 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,877 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,337 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,955 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,087 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,579 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,387 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,225 ft spare |
5,926 km 61 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,255 ft spare |
6,400 km 413 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,463 ft spare |
7,220 km 1,233 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,715 ft spare |
7,400 km 1,413 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,855 ft spare |
7,800 km 1,813 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,365 ft spare |
7,400 km 1,413 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,155 ft spare |
14,260 km 8,273 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,355 ft spare |
11,112 km 5,125 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,155 ft spare |
12,960 km 6,973 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,355 ft spare |
11,945 km 5,958 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
2 further aircraft are omitted: they would need more than one fuel stop over 4,789 km.
Alternates within range: Macau International Airport (10,544 ft, 38 km) · Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (12,467 ft, 38 km) · Zhuhai Jinwan Airport (13,517 ft, 65 km) · Zhongshan Ferry Port · Biyadoo Island
Guide pricing on Hong Kong–Male is published clearly: US$100,000 – US$256,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 12-16 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel Hong Kong–Male with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
The Hong Kong to Male route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$100,000 – US$256,000 one-way — from a heavy jet (Challenger 605) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 5h 54m gate to gate across the 4,789 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Heavy Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a heavy jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Hong Kong–Male 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: Male to Hong Kong runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.