Charter Chengdu to Melbourne privately from US$265,000, about 9h 30m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Chengdu (CTU) to Melbourne (MEL), and from Melbourne (MEL) back to Chengdu (CTU).
Chengdu and Melbourne lie approximately 8,695 km apart (5,403 mi / 4,695 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$265,000 – US$295,000 for a one-way charter between Chengdu and Melbourne, depending on the aircraft — a ultra long range jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
The longest non-stop range available — suited to ultra-haul routes without tech stops. It seats 14-19 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Non-stop intercontinental range with boardroom and sleeping quarters. 13-17 seats and 11,112 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Long Range Jet · rec. | 9h 30m | 8h 33m – 10h 27m | US$295,000 | 14-19 |
| Long Range Jet | 10h 10m | 9h 09m – 11h 11m | US$265,000 | 13-17 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global 7500 | 9h 30m | US$295,000 | 14-19 |
| Gulfstream G700 | 9h 30m | US$295,000 | 14-19 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombardier Global 6000 | 10h 10m | US$265,000 | 13-17 |
| Gulfstream G650 | 10h 02m | US$265,000 | 13-18 |
| Falcon 8X | 10h 01m | US$265,000 | 12-16 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Chengdu–Melbourne charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Chengdu, China: Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport, Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and Guanghan Airport.
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport and Melbourne Avalon International Airport.
| Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport | Melbourne Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ZUUU / CTU | YMML / MEL |
| Longest hard runway | 11,811 ft | 11,998 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,625 ft | 434 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,881 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,943 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,911 ft spare |
6,400 km 4,469 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,119 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,649 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,371 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,469 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,511 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,069 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,021 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,469 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,811 ft spare |
14,260 km 3,391 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,011 ft spare |
11,112 km 243 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,811 ft spare |
12,960 km 2,091 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,011 ft spare |
11,945 km 1,076 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
6 further aircraft are omitted: they would need more than one fuel stop over 8,695 km.
Alternates within range: Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (13,123 ft, 55 km) · Guanghan Airport (7,218 ft, 57 km) · Melbourne Essendon Airport (6,302 ft, 9 km) · Melbourne Avalon International Airport (10,000 ft, 52 km) · RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base (4,508 ft, 30 km) · Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (4,380 ft, 41 km)
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 9h 30m 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.
The Chengdu to Melbourne route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$265,000 – US$295,000 one-way — from an ultra long range jet (Bombardier Global 7500) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 9h 30m gate to gate across the 8,695 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Ultra Long Range Jet, Long Range Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is an ultra long range jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Chengdu–Melbourne 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.
