Private charter between Canberra and Sydney starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Canberra (CBR) ⇄ Sydney (SYD) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Canberra and Sydney lie approximately 236 km apart (147 mi / 128 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Canberra to Sydney (and Sydney to Canberra) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 44 min | 40 min – 48 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 52 min | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 50 min | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 44 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 43 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 42 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Charter pricing on Canberra–Sydney moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Canberra, Australia: Canberra Airport.
Sydney, Australia: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and RAAF Base Richmond.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Canberra: Canberra (CBR); Sydney: Sydney (Mascot) (SYD), Sydney (BWU), Richmond (XRH).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 04:00 UTC.
Sydney→Canberra runs about 3 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
Sat is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canberra → Sydney | 279 | 33 min | 22 min | Dassault Falcon 7X (92), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (81), Cessna Citation Mustang (42), Embraer Phenom 300 (14) |
| Sydney → Canberra | 163 | 36 min | — | Cessna Citation Mustang (50), Dassault Falcon 7X (22), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (21), Embraer Phenom 300 (18) |
442 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Canberra Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YSCB / CBR | YSSY / SYD |
| Longest hard runway | 10,771 ft | 12,999 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,886 ft | 21 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Canberra to Sydney can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Canberra Airport has 10,771 ft and Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport 12,999 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 236 km.
Alternates within range: Collector Airport · Braidwood Airport · Majura Training Area Heliport · Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport · Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (12,139 ft, 43 km) · RAAF Base Richmond (7,001 ft, 53 km) · Sydney Bankstown Airport (4,644 ft, 17 km) · Camden Airport (4,804 ft, 46 km)
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 52 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
Canberra–Sydney 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.
Roughly 52 min gate to gate across the 236 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Canberra–Sydney 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.
