Fly private between Adelaide and Alice Springs from US$20,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Adelaide (ADL) to Alice Springs (ASP) and Alice Springs to Adelaide — timed and priced alike.
Adelaide and Alice Springs lie approximately 1,317 km apart (818 mi / 711 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Adelaide to Alice Springs (and Alice Springs to Adelaide) ranges from US$20,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$56,500 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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 (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 03m | 1h 51m – 2h 15m | A$45,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 55m | 1h 44m – 2h 07m | A$62,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 03m | A$45,000 – A$63,000 (~US$29,500 – US$41,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 02m | A$50,000 – A$70,000 (~US$32,500 – US$45,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 57m | A$54,000 – A$77,000 (~US$35,500 – US$50,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 55m | A$62,000 – A$86,000 (~US$40,500 – US$56,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 55m | A$68,000 – A$95,000 (~US$44,500 – US$62,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 57m | A$74,000 – A$100,000 (~US$48,500 – US$68,000) | 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. 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Adelaide, Australia: Adelaide International Airport and RAAF Base Edinburgh.
Alice Springs, Australia: Alice Springs Airport.
| Adelaide International Airport | Alice Springs Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPAD / ADL | YBAS / ASP |
| Longest hard runway | 10,171 ft | 7,999 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 20 ft | 1,789 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Adelaide to Alice Springs can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Adelaide International Airport has 10,171 ft and Alice Springs Airport 7,999 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,317 km.
Alternates within range: RAAF Base Edinburgh (8,399 ft, 28 km) · Adelaide Parafield Airport (4,429 ft, 19 km) · Gawler Airport · Aldinga Airport (2,515 ft, 38 km) · Santa Teresa Airport · Deep Well Airport · Ross River Airport
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Adelaide–Alice Springs sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Adelaide–Alice Springs trip to about 2h 03m gate to gate.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
We publish the price band (US$20,500 – US$56,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The Adelaide to Alice Springs route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$20,500 – US$56,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 03m gate to gate over 1,317 km (818 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 Adelaide–Alice Springs departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Adelaide–Alice Springs 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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