Charter Christchurch to Dunedin privately from US$8,000, about 1h 03m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Christchurch (CHC) to Dunedin (DUD) and Dunedin to Christchurch — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Christchurch to Dunedin is roughly 328 kilometres — 204 miles, or 177 nautical miles.
From NZ$13,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Christchurch to Dunedin (and Dunedin to Christchurch) 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (NZD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | NZ$13,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | NZ$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 03m | NZ$13,000 – NZ$18,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 00m | NZ$15,000 – NZ$20,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 51 min | NZ$15,000 – NZ$22,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 50 min | NZ$17,000 – NZ$24,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 49 min | NZ$19,000 – NZ$26,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Christchurch, New Zealand: Christchurch International Airport.
Dunedin, New Zealand: Dunedin International Airport.
| Christchurch International Airport | Dunedin International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NZCH / CHC | NZDN / DUD |
| Longest hard runway | 10,787 ft | 6,234 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 123 ft | 4 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Christchurch to Dunedin can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Dunedin International Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,234 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 234 ft to spare. The leg is 328 km.
Alternates within range: Forest Field Aerodrome · Rangiora Airfield · West Melton Aerodrome (2,008 ft, 11 km) · Garden City Heliport · Balclutha Aerodrome · Dunedin City Heliport (30 ft, 25 km)
Travel Christchurch–Dunedin with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Christchurch–Dunedin quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Christchurch–Dunedin when the time is right.
The Christchurch to Dunedin route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 03m gate to gate over 328 km (204 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Christchurch–Dunedin 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.
Of course: Dunedin to Christchurch runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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