Fly private between Cambridge Bay and Yellowknife from US$10,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Cambridge Bay (YCB) to Yellowknife (YZF) and Yellowknife to Cambridge Bay — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Cambridge Bay and Yellowknife is about 850 km (528 miles), or 459 nautical miles.
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Expect US$10,000 – US$30,000 for a one-way charter between Cambridge Bay and Yellowknife, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats 7-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Suited to the runway and surface available at this destination. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | On request | |||
| Turboprop | On request | |||
| Turboprop | On request | 7-8 | ||
| Short-Field Turboprop | On request | 6-9 | ||
| Short-Field Turboprop | On request | 9-12 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Cambridge Bay–Yellowknife charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Cambridge Bay, Canada: Cambridge Bay Airport.
Yellowknife, Canada: Yellowknife International Airport.
| Cambridge Bay Airport | Yellowknife International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYCB / YCB | CYZF / YZF |
| Longest hard runway | — | 7,500 ft |
| Surface | GVL | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 90 ft | 675 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 6,000 ft spare |
1,800 km 737 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 5,500 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,637 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,300 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,117 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 4,600 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,347 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 4,500 ft spare |
2,900 km 1,837 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,000 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,637 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,222 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,587 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,300 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,837 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,924 ft spare |
4,600 km 3,537 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,570 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,863 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,600 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,337 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,808 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,157 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,060 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,337 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,200 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,737 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,710 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,337 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,500 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,197 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,700 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,049 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,500 ft spare |
12,960 km 11,897 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,700 ft spare |
11,945 km 10,882 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Cambridge Bay Seaplane Base · Yellowknife Seaplane Base · Yellow Dog Lodge Seaplane Base · Namushka Lodge Seaplane Base
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel Cambridge Bay–Yellowknife with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Cambridge Bay–Yellowknife is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$10,000 – US$30,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly gate to gate across the 850 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Short-Field Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cambridge Bay–Yellowknife charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Cambridge Bay–Yellowknife 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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