Private charter between Balikpapan and Palu starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Balikpapan (BPN) to Palu (PLW), and from Palu (PLW) back to Balikpapan (BPN).
As the crow flies, Balikpapan to Palu is roughly 337 kilometres — 209 miles, or 182 nautical miles.
From Rp129,600,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Balikpapan–Palu 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. 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.
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 (IDR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | Rp129,600,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | Rp153,900,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | Rp178,200,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (IDR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 04m | Rp129,600,000 – Rp178,200,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 01m | Rp145,800,000 – Rp194,400,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (IDR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 52 min | Rp153,900,000 – Rp218,700,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 51 min | Rp170,100,000 – Rp243,000,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 50 min | Rp186,300,000 – Rp259,200,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (IDR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 50 min | Rp178,200,000 – Rp251,100,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 49 min | Rp194,400,000 – Rp275,400,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 48 min | Rp210,600,000 – Rp299,700,000 (~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.
The guide range for Balikpapan–Palu 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:
Balikpapan, Indonesia: Sultan Aji Muhammad Sulaiman Sepinggan International Airport.
Palu, Indonesia: Mutiara - SIS Al-Jufrie Airport.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Choose your wheels-up time — Balikpapan–Palu runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Demand on Balikpapan–Palu 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$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 04m airborne across the 337 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Balikpapan–Palu 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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