Fly private between Atiu Island and Avarua from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Atiu Island (AIU) ⇄ Avarua (RAR) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Atiu Island and Avarua lie approximately 223 km apart (139 mi / 120 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Atiu Island and Avarua, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 51 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 49 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
The guide range for Atiu Island–Avarua is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Atiu Island, Cook Islands: Enua Airport.
Avarua, Cook Islands: Rarotonga International Airport.
| Enua Airport | Rarotonga International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NCAT / AIU | NCRG / RAR |
| Longest hard runway | — | 7,638 ft |
| Surface | UNK | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 36 ft | 19 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 6,138 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,521 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 5,638 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,421 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,438 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,901 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 4,738 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,131 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 4,638 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,621 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 6,138 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,701 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 6,438 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,201 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,138 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,421 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,360 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,371 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,438 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,621 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,062 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,321 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,708 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,647 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,738 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,121 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,946 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,941 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,198 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,121 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,338 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,521 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,848 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,121 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,638 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,981 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,838 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,833 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,638 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,681 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,838 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,666 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel Atiu Island–Avarua with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
The Atiu Island to Avarua route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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.
About 51 min gate to gate over 223 km (139 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Atiu Island–Avarua charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Atiu Island–Avarua charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Avarua to Atiu Island runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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