Fly private between Buka Island and Tokua from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Buka Island (BUA) ⇄ Tokua (RAB) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Buka Island and Tokua is about 281 km (175 miles), or 152 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Buka Island and Tokua, 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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 58 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 55 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 47 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 46 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
On Buka Island–Tokua, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Buka Island, Papua New Guinea: Buka Airport.
Tokua, Papua New Guinea: Tokua Airport.
| Buka Airport | Tokua Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AYBK / BUA | AYTK / RAB |
| Longest hard runway | 5,125 ft | 5,643 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 11 ft | 49 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,625 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,448 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,125 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,348 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,925 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,828 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,225 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,058 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,125 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,548 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,625 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,628 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,925 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,128 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,625 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,348 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,847 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,298 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 925 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,548 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 451 ft short |
4,600 km 4,248 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 195 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,574 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 225 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,048 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 433 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,868 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 315 ft short |
7,400 km 7,048 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 175 ft short |
7,800 km 7,448 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 335 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,048 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 875 ft short |
14,260 km 13,908 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 675 ft short |
11,112 km 10,760 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 875 ft short |
12,960 km 12,608 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 325 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,593 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 58 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Buka Island–Tokua 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.
About 58 min gate to gate over 281 km (175 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Buka Island–Tokua departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Buka Island–Tokua 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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