Private charter between Darwin and Maningrida starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Darwin (DRW) to Maningrida (MNG), and from Maningrida (MNG) back to Darwin (DRW).
The straight-line distance between Darwin and Maningrida is about 366 km (228 miles), or 198 nautical miles.
From A$12,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Darwin–Maningrida spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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. | 1h 08m | 1h 01m – 1h 15m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 08m | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 05m | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 54 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Darwin–Maningrida 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Darwin, Australia: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin.
Maningrida, Australia: Maningrida Airport.
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | Maningrida Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPDN / DRW | YMGD / MNG |
| Longest hard runway | 11,004 ft | 5,020 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 103 ft | 123 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,520 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,342 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,020 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,242 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,820 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,722 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,120 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,952 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,020 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,442 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,520 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,522 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,820 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,022 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,520 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,242 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,742 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,192 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 820 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,442 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 556 ft short |
4,600 km 4,142 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 90 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,468 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 120 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,942 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 328 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,762 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 420 ft short |
7,400 km 6,942 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 280 ft short |
7,800 km 7,342 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 230 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,942 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 980 ft short |
14,260 km 13,802 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 780 ft short |
11,112 km 10,654 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 980 ft short |
12,960 km 12,502 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 220 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,487 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Delissaville Airport · Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport · Palmer Airport · Robertson Barracks Heliport (59 ft, 10 km) · Goomadeer Airport
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Darwin–Maningrida, confirmed once we check live availability.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel Darwin–Maningrida with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Demand on Darwin–Maningrida comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
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.
Roughly 1h 08m gate to gate across the 366 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Darwin–Maningrida departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Darwin–Maningrida charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Maningrida to Darwin runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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