Private charter between Auckland and Melbourne starts at US$49,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Auckland (AKL) to Melbourne (MEL) and Melbourne to Auckland — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Auckland and Melbourne is about 2,637 km (1,639 miles), or 1,424 nautical miles.
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Expect US$49,500 – US$129,500 for a one-way charter between Auckland and Melbourne, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 42m | 3h 20m – 4h 04m | US$49,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 26m | 3h 05m – 3h 47m | US$68,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 42m | US$49,500 – US$69,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 39m | US$54,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 30m | US$59,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 26m | US$68,000 – US$95,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 26m | US$75,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 30m | US$81,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
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 Auckland–Melbourne charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. 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:
Auckland, New Zealand: Auckland International Airport and RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai.
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport and Melbourne Avalon International Airport.
| Auckland International Airport | Melbourne Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NZAA / AKL | YMML / MEL |
| Longest hard runway | 11,926 ft | 11,998 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 23 ft | 434 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 8,726 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,117 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 9,026 ft spare |
2,410 km 887 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,426 ft spare |
3,700 km 403 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 8,648 ft spare |
3,650 km 353 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 7,726 ft spare |
3,900 km 603 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,350 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,303 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,996 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,629 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 7,026 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,103 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,234 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,923 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,486 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,103 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,626 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,503 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,136 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,103 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,926 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,126 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,815 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,926 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,663 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,126 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,648 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai (6,665 ft, 29 km) · Ardmore Airport (4,630 ft, 17 km) · Drury Airfield · Waiheke Island Aerodrome · Melbourne Essendon Airport (6,302 ft, 9 km) · Melbourne Avalon International Airport (10,000 ft, 52 km) · RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base (4,508 ft, 30 km) · Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (4,380 ft, 41 km)
Pets are welcome on every Auckland–Melbourne charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Auckland–Melbourne when the time is right.
The Auckland to Melbourne 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$49,500 – US$129,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 42m gate to gate over 2,637 km (1,639 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Auckland–Melbourne departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Auckland–Melbourne charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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