Private charter between Auckland and Kerikeri starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Auckland (AKL) to Kerikeri (KKE) and Kerikeri to Auckland — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Auckland and Kerikeri is about 210 km (131 miles), or 113 nautical miles.
From NZ$13,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Auckland and Kerikeri, 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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (NZD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 49 min | 44 min – 54 min | NZ$13,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 42 min | 38 min – 46 min | NZ$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 49 min | NZ$13,000 – NZ$18,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 47 min | NZ$15,000 – NZ$20,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 42 min | NZ$15,000 – NZ$22,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 41 min | NZ$17,000 – NZ$24,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 40 min | NZ$19,000 – NZ$26,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Auckland and Kerikeri 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Auckland, New Zealand: Auckland International Airport and RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai.
Kerikeri, New Zealand: Kerikeri Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Auckland: Auckland (AKL); Kerikeri: Whangarei (WRE).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Wed, most often around 00:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Sat is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland → Kerikeri | 67 | 24 min | 19 min | Beech Super King Air (55), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (10), Cessna Citation CJ2 (2) |
| Kerikeri → Auckland | 89 | 26 min | — | Beech Super King Air (80), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (9) |
156 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Auckland International Airport | Kerikeri Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NZAA / AKL | NZKK / KKE |
| Longest hard runway | 11,926 ft | 3,904 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 23 ft | 492 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 3,904 ft at Kerikeri Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,404 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,537 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 1,904 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,437 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 704 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,917 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,004 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,147 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 904 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,637 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,404 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,717 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,704 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,217 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 404 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,437 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 626 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,387 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 296 ft short |
3,900 km 3,637 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,672 ft short |
4,600 km 4,337 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,026 ft short |
5,926 km 5,663 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 996 ft short |
6,400 km 6,137 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 788 ft short |
7,220 km 6,957 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,536 ft short |
7,400 km 7,137 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,396 ft short |
7,800 km 7,537 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 886 ft short |
7,400 km 7,137 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,096 ft short |
14,260 km 13,997 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,896 ft short |
11,112 km 10,849 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,096 ft short |
12,960 km 12,697 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 896 ft short |
11,945 km 11,682 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai (6,665 ft, 29 km) · Ardmore Airport (4,630 ft, 17 km) · Drury Airfield · Waiheke Island Aerodrome · Kaitaia Airport (4,600 ft, 61 km) · Whangarei Airport (3,599 ft, 70 km) · Paihia HEMS Heliport · Paihia Waterfront Heliport
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Our team responds to Auckland–Kerikeri quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Choose your wheels-up time — Auckland–Kerikeri runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Those 49 min are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Auckland–Kerikeri is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
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 49 min gate to gate across the 210 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Auckland–Kerikeri departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
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.
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