Private charter between Amberley and Cairns starts at US$9,500 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Amberley (ABM) to Cairns (CNS) and Cairns to Amberley — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Amberley to Cairns is roughly 749 kilometres — 466 miles, or 405 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Amberley to Cairns (and Cairns to Amberley) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$27,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 26m | 1h 17m – 1h 35m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 22m | 1h 14m – 1h 30m | A$21,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 26m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 24m | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 22m | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 22m | A$21,000 – A$29,000 (~US$13,500 – US$19,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 19m | A$23,000 – A$32,000 (~US$15,000 – US$21,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 16m | A$24,000 – A$35,000 (~US$16,000 – US$23,000) | 6-8 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Amberley and Cairns are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Amberley, Australia: Northern Peninsula Airport.
Cairns, Australia: Cairns International Airport.
| Northern Peninsula Airport | Cairns International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YNPE / ABM | YBCS / CNS |
| Longest hard runway | 5,462 ft | 10,489 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 34 ft | 10 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,962 ft spare |
1,800 km 863 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,462 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,262 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,243 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,562 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,473 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,462 ft spare |
2,900 km 1,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,962 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,184 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,713 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,262 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 114 ft short |
4,600 km 3,663 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 532 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,989 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 562 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 770 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,283 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 22 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 162 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,863 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 672 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 538 ft short |
14,260 km 13,323 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 338 ft short |
11,112 km 10,175 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 538 ft short |
12,960 km 12,023 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 662 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,008 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Horn Island Airport (4,557 ft, 44 km) · Mareeba Airport (4,938 ft, 41 km) · Atherton Airport · Yalkulka Airport · Green Island Helipad
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Our team responds to Amberley–Cairns quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Amberley and Cairns is built around your itinerary.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 26m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Demand on Amberley–Cairns 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$9,500 – US$27,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 26m gate to gate across the 749 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Amberley–Cairns charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Amberley–Cairns 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.
