Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time43 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceA$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000)
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Private charter between Blackall and Longreach starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Blackall (BKQ) to Longreach (LRE), and from Longreach (LRE) back to Blackall (BKQ).
The straight-line distance between Blackall and Longreach is about 161 km (100 miles), or 87 nautical miles.
From A$12,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Blackall and Longreach, 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
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. | 43 min | 39 min – 47 min | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 37 min | 33 min – 41 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 43 min | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 42 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 | 37 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 37 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 36 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.
What determines the price between Blackall and Longreach? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Blackall, Australia: Blackall Airport.
Longreach, Australia: Longreach Airport.
| Blackall Airport | Longreach Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBCK / BKQ | YLRE / LRE |
| Longest hard runway | 5,538 ft | 6,352 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 928 ft | 627 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,038 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,598 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,538 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,498 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,338 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,978 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,638 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,208 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,538 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,698 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,038 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,778 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,338 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,278 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,038 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,498 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,260 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,448 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,338 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,698 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 38 ft short |
4,600 km 4,398 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 608 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,724 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 638 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,198 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 846 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,018 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 98 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,198 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 238 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,598 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 748 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,198 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 462 ft short |
14,260 km 14,058 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 262 ft short |
11,112 km 10,910 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 462 ft short |
12,960 km 12,758 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 738 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,743 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Springfield Airport · Maneroo Airport
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Choose your wheels-up time — Blackall–Longreach runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Blackall–Longreach is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
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 43 min gate to gate across the 161 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.
Yes — we handle last-minute Blackall–Longreach charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Longreach to Blackall runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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