Fly private between Cairns and Horn Island from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (ABM), and from Horn Island (ABM) back to Cairns (CNS).
Cairns and Horn Island lie approximately 749 km apart (466 mi / 405 nm) on a direct routing.
From A$15,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Cairns to Horn Island (and Horn Island to Cairns) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$28,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 30m | 1h 21m – 1h 39m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 25m | 1h 17m – 1h 34m | A$21,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 30m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 27m | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 25m | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 25m | A$21,000 – A$30,000 (~US$14,000 – US$19,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 23m | A$24,000 – A$33,000 (~US$15,500 – US$21,500) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 19m | A$26,000 – A$36,000 (~US$17,000 – US$23,500) | 6-8 |
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.
On Cairns–Horn Island, 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Cairns, Australia: Cairns International Airport.
Horn Island, Australia: Northern Peninsula Airport.
| Cairns International Airport | Northern Peninsula Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBCS / CNS | YNPE / ABM |
| Longest hard runway | 10,489 ft | 5,462 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 10 ft | 34 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 44 km |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,962 ft spare |
1,800 km 863 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,462 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,262 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,243 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,562 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,473 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,462 ft spare |
2,900 km 1,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,962 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,763 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,184 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,713 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,262 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 114 ft short |
4,600 km 3,663 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 532 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,989 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 562 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 770 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,283 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 22 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 162 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,863 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 672 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 538 ft short |
14,260 km 13,323 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 338 ft short |
11,112 km 10,175 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 538 ft short |
12,960 km 12,023 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 662 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,008 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Mareeba Airport (4,938 ft, 41 km) · Atherton Airport · Yalkulka Airport · Green Island Helipad · Horn Island Airport (4,557 ft, 0 km) · Kubin Island Airport · Badu Island Airport
Travel Cairns–Horn Island with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Cairns–Horn Island quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Cairns and Horn Island is built around your itinerary.
Demand on Cairns–Horn Island comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$9,500 – US$28,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 30m gate to gate over 749 km (466 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cairns–Horn Island charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Cairns–Horn Island 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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