Private charter between Bedourie and Birdsville starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Bedourie (BEU) to Birdsville (BVI) and Birdsville to Bedourie — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Bedourie and Birdsville is about 173 km (107 miles), or 93 nautical miles.
From A$12,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Bedourie–Birdsville spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 38 min | 34 min – 42 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 45 min | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 43 min | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 38 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 38 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 37 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~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.
The guide range for Bedourie–Birdsville 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:
Bedourie, Australia: Bedourie Airport.
Birdsville, Australia: Birdsville Airport.
| Bedourie Airport | Birdsville Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBIE / BEU | YBDV / BVI |
| Longest hard runway | 4,921 ft | 5,682 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 300 ft | 159 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,921 ft at Bedourie Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,421 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,583 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,921 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,483 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,721 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,021 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,193 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,921 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,683 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,421 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,721 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,263 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,421 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,483 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,643 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,433 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 721 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,683 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 655 ft short |
4,600 km 4,383 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 9 ft short |
5,926 km 5,709 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 21 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,183 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 229 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,003 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 519 ft short |
7,400 km 7,183 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 379 ft short |
7,800 km 7,583 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 131 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,183 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,079 ft short |
14,260 km 14,043 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 879 ft short |
11,112 km 10,895 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,079 ft short |
12,960 km 12,743 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 121 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,728 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Cluny Airport · Glengyle Airport · Roseberth Airport · Pandie Pandie Airport · Alton Downs Airport
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
The Bedourie to Birdsville route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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.
About 45 min gate to gate over 173 km (107 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Bedourie–Birdsville charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Bedourie–Birdsville 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.
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