Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time1h 11m
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Charter Daru to Kiunga privately from US$8,000, about 1h 11m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Daru (DAU) to Kiunga (UNG) and Kiunga to Daru — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Daru to Kiunga is roughly 392 kilometres — 244 miles, or 212 nautical miles.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Daru to Kiunga (and Kiunga to Daru) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. 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. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 11m | 1h 04m – 1h 18m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 11m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 08m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 57 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 55 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 54 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 54 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 53 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
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.
On Daru–Kiunga, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Daru, Papua New Guinea: Daru Airport.
Kiunga, Papua New Guinea: Kiunga Airport.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
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.
The Daru to Kiunga route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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.
About 1h 11m in the air over 392 km (244 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Daru–Kiunga departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
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.
Other flights from Daru | Kiunga | Papua New Guinea | Oceania