Fly private between Brisbane and Lord Howe Island from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Brisbane (BNE) to Lord Howe Island (LDH) and Lord Howe Island to Brisbane — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Brisbane and Lord Howe Island is about 739 km (459 miles), or 399 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$13,500 for a one-way charter between Brisbane and Lord Howe Island, 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 53m | 1h 42m – 2h 04m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 53m | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 46m | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Brisbane, Australia: Brisbane International Airport and RAAF Base Amberley.
Lord Howe Island, Australia: Lord Howe Island Airport.
| Brisbane International Airport | Lord Howe Island Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBBN / BNE | YLHI / LDH |
| Longest hard runway | 11,680 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | B |
| Field elevation | 13 ft | 5 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 10,180 ft spare |
1,800 km 876 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 9,680 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,776 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 8,480 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,256 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,780 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,486 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 8,680 ft spare |
2,900 km 1,976 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,180 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,776 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 8,402 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,726 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 7,480 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,976 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,104 ft spare |
4,600 km 3,676 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,750 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,002 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,780 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,476 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,988 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,296 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,240 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,476 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,380 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,876 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,890 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,476 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,680 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,336 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,880 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,188 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,680 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,036 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,880 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,021 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: RAAF Base Amberley (9,997 ft, 49 km) · Brisbane Archerfield Airport (4,859 ft, 24 km) · Redcliffe Airport · Caboolture Airport
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Brisbane–Lord Howe Island trip to about 1h 53m gate to gate.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Brisbane and Lord Howe Island.
Guide pricing on Brisbane–Lord Howe Island is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$13,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Brisbane to Lord Howe Island.
Brisbane–Lord Howe Island 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$13,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 53m gate to gate across the 739 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Brisbane–Lord Howe Island 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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