Charter Cali to Quito privately from US$8,000, about 1h 03m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Cali (CLO) to Quito (UIO) and Quito to Cali — timed and priced alike.
Cali and Quito lie approximately 463 km apart (288 mi / 250 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Cali and Quito, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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 (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 03m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 01m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 00m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 00m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 58 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 56 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 20m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 15m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Cali and Quito are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Cali, Colombia: Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport.
Quito, Ecuador: Mariscal Sucre International Airport.
| Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport | Mariscal Sucre International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SKCL / CLO | SEQM / UIO |
| Longest hard runway | 9,842 ft | 13,445 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 3,162 ft | 7,841 ft |
Mariscal Sucre International Airport is at 7,841 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Cali to Quito can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Alfonso Bonilla Aragon International Airport has 9,842 ft and Mariscal Sucre International Airport 13,445 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 463 km.
Alternates within range: Heriberto Gíl Martínez Airport (3,495 ft, 63 km) · Isa Palmira Heliport · Helivalle Heliport · Cofa-Palmira Heliport · Emsecor Heliport (43 ft, 11 km) · Mitad del Mundo Heliport · DGAC Heliport · Endesa Heliport (43 ft, 28 km)
Choose your wheels-up time — Cali–Quito runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 03m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Demand on Cali–Quito comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 03m gate to gate over 463 km (288 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cali–Quito 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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