Fly private between Alice Springs and Melbourne from US$26,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Alice Springs (ASP) ⇄ Melbourne (MEL) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Alice Springs to Melbourne is roughly 1,859 kilometres — 1,155 miles, or 1,004 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Alice Springs to Melbourne (and Melbourne to Alice Springs) ranges from US$26,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$73,000 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. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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 43m | 2h 27m – 2h 59m | A$58,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 32m | 2h 17m – 2h 47m | A$80,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 43m | A$58,000 – A$81,000 (~US$38,000 – US$53,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 42m | A$64,000 – A$90,000 (~US$42,000 – US$58,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 35m | A$70,000 – A$97,000 (~US$45,500 – US$63,500) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 32m | A$80,000 – A$110,000 (~US$52,000 – US$73,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 32m | A$87,000 – A$120,000 (~US$57,000 – US$80,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 35m | A$96,000 – A$130,000 (~US$62,500 – US$87,500) | 9-12 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Alice Springs and Melbourne? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Alice Springs, Australia: Alice Springs Airport.
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport and Melbourne Avalon International Airport.
| Alice Springs Airport | Melbourne Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBAS / ASP | YMML / MEL |
| Longest hard runway | 7,999 ft | 11,998 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,789 ft | 434 ft |
15 of the 16 aircraft we quote for Alice Springs to Melbourne use both airfields and fly it non-stop. The exception is the Embraer Phenom 100EV, 144 km short after reserves on a 1,859 km leg — it would need a fuel stop. Alice Springs Airport has 7,999 ft and Melbourne Airport 11,998 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.
Alternates within range: Santa Teresa Airport · Deep Well Airport · Ross River Airport · 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)
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 7-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Our team responds to Alice Springs–Melbourne quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Demand on Alice Springs–Melbourne comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$26,500 – US$73,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 43m gate to gate over 1,859 km (1,155 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Alice Springs–Melbourne charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Alice Springs–Melbourne charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Melbourne to Alice Springs runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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