Private charter between Darwin and McArthur River Mine starts at US$9,500 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Darwin (DRW) to McArthur River Mine (MCV) and McArthur River Mine to Darwin — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Darwin to McArthur River Mine is roughly 717 kilometres — 446 miles, or 387 nautical miles.
From A$15,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Darwin to McArthur River Mine (and McArthur River Mine to Darwin) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$26,500 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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 24m | 1h 16m – 1h 32m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 19m | 1h 11m – 1h 27m | A$21,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 24m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 21m | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 19m | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 19m | A$21,000 – A$29,000 (~US$13,500 – US$19,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 17m | A$23,000 – A$32,000 (~US$15,000 – US$21,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 14m | A$24,000 – A$35,000 (~US$16,000 – US$23,000) | 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. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Darwin and McArthur River Mine? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Darwin, Australia: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin.
McArthur River Mine, Australia: McArthur River Mine Airport.
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | McArthur River Mine Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPDN / DRW | YMHU / MCV |
| Longest hard runway | 11,004 ft | 4,931 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 103 ft | 131 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,931 ft at McArthur River Mine Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,431 ft spare |
1,800 km 903 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,931 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,803 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,731 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,283 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,031 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,513 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,931 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,003 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,431 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,803 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,653 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,753 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 731 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,003 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 645 ft short |
4,600 km 3,703 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,029 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 31 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,503 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 239 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,323 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 509 ft short |
7,400 km 6,503 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 369 ft short |
7,800 km 6,903 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 141 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,503 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,069 ft short |
14,260 km 13,363 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 869 ft short |
11,112 km 10,215 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,069 ft short |
12,960 km 12,063 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 131 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,048 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Delissaville Airport · Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport · Palmer Airport · Robertson Barracks Heliport (59 ft, 10 km) · Borroloola Airport (3,770 ft, 47 km) · Mallapunyah Springs Airport
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Travel Darwin–McArthur River Mine with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
The Darwin to McArthur River Mine route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$9,500 – US$26,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 24m gate to gate across the 717 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Darwin–McArthur River Mine departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Darwin–McArthur River Mine charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: McArthur River Mine to Darwin runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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