Private charter between Darwin and Perth starts at US$50,000 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Darwin (DRW) to Perth (PER), and from Perth (PER) back to Darwin (DRW).
The straight-line distance between Darwin and Perth is about 2,653 km (1,648 miles), or 1,432 nautical miles.
From A$77,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$50,000 – US$129,500 for a one-way charter between Darwin and Perth, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 43m | 3h 21m – 4h 05m | A$77,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 27m | 3h 06m – 3h 48m | A$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 43m | A$77,000 – A$110,000 (~US$50,000 – US$70,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 41m | A$84,000 – A$110,000 (~US$55,000 – US$70,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 31m | A$92,000 – A$110,000 (~US$60,000 – US$70,000) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 27m | A$100,000 – A$150,000 (~US$68,500 – US$96,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 27m | A$120,000 – A$150,000 (~US$75,500 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 31m | A$130,000 – A$150,000 (~US$82,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Darwin–Perth, 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:
Darwin, Australia: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin.
Perth, Australia: Perth International Airport, RAAF Base Pearce and RAAF Gingin.
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | Perth International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPDN / DRW | YPPH / PER |
| Longest hard runway | 11,004 ft | 11,299 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 103 ft | 67 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,804 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,137 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,104 ft spare |
2,410 km 907 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,504 ft spare |
3,700 km 383 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,726 ft spare |
3,650 km 333 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,804 ft spare |
3,900 km 583 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,428 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,283 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,074 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,609 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,104 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,083 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,312 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,903 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,564 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,083 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,704 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,483 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,214 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,083 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,004 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,943 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,204 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,795 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,004 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,643 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,204 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,628 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Delissaville Airport · Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport · Palmer Airport · Robertson Barracks Heliport (59 ft, 10 km) · RAAF Base Pearce (8,002 ft, 31 km) · RAAF Gingin (5,997 ft, 54 km) · Perth Jandakot Airport (4,948 ft, 19 km) · Rottnest Island Airport (4,242 ft, 41 km)
Those 3h 43m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide pricing on Darwin–Perth is published clearly: US$50,000 – US$129,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 7-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Demand on Darwin–Perth comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$50,000 – US$129,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 3h 43m gate to gate across the 2,653 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Darwin–Perth charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Darwin–Perth charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Perth to Darwin runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
