Private charter between Brisbane and Cairns starts at US$21,500 aboard a light jet.
This route runs both ways — Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS) and Cairns to Brisbane — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Brisbane to Cairns is roughly 1,392 kilometres — 865 miles, or 752 nautical miles.
From A$33,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Brisbane–Cairns spans US$21,500 – US$59,000: from a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet · rec. | 2h 11m | 1h 58m – 2h 24m | A$33,000 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 2h 08m | 1h 55m – 2h 21m | A$47,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 00m | 1h 48m – 2h 12m | A$64,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 2h 11m | A$33,000 – A$46,000 (~US$21,500 – US$30,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 2h 07m | A$36,000 – A$50,000 (~US$23,500 – US$33,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 2h 01m | A$40,000 – A$55,000 (~US$26,000 – US$36,000) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 08m | A$47,000 – A$65,000 (~US$30,500 – US$42,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 07m | A$51,000 – A$72,000 (~US$33,500 – US$47,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 02m | A$56,000 – A$78,000 (~US$36,500 – US$51,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 00m | A$64,000 – A$90,000 (~US$42,000 – US$59,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 00m | A$70,000 – A$99,000 (~US$46,000 – US$65,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 02m | A$77,000 – A$110,000 (~US$50,500 – US$71,000) | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. The confirmed quote is always checked against live availability, so you see a real number, not a range.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Brisbane, Australia: Brisbane International Airport and Brisbane Archerfield Airport.
Cairns, Australia: Cairns International Airport.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Brisbane–Cairns when the time is right.
The 2h 11m airborne is uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
The Brisbane to Cairns 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$21,500 – US$59,000 one-way — from a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 11m airborne across the 1,392 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Light Jet, Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Brisbane–Cairns charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Brisbane–Cairns charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Cairns to Brisbane runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
