Charter Albury to Melbourne privately from US$8,000, about 55 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Albury (ABX) to Melbourne (MEL), and from Melbourne (MEL) back to Albury (ABX).
As the crow flies, Albury to Melbourne is roughly 260 kilometres — 162 miles, or 140 nautical miles.
From A$12,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Albury–Melbourne spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) 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.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 55 min | 50 min – 1h 01m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 44 min | 40 min – 48 min | A$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 55 min | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 53 min | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 46 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 45 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 44 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 44 min | A$17,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 43 min | A$18,000 – A$26,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 42 min | A$20,000 – A$28,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 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 Albury–Melbourne, 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Albury, Australia: Albury Airport.
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport and Melbourne Moorabbin Airport.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Albury–Melbourne sector leaves when you do.
Demand on Albury–Melbourne comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 55 min airborne across the 260 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Albury–Melbourne 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
