Private charter between Darwin and Townsville starts at US$26,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Darwin (DRW) ⇄ Townsville (TSV) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Darwin to Townsville is roughly 1,860 kilometres — 1,156 miles, or 1,004 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Darwin to Townsville (and Townsville to Darwin) ranges from US$26,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$73,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 44m | 2h 28m – 3h 00m | A$58,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 32m | 2h 17m – 2h 47m | A$80,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 44m | A$58,000 – A$81,000 (~US$38,000 – US$53,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 42m | A$64,000 – A$90,000 (~US$42,000 – US$58,500) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 35m | A$70,000 – A$97,000 (~US$45,500 – US$63,500) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 32m | A$80,000 – A$110,000 (~US$52,000 – US$73,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 32m | A$87,000 – A$120,000 (~US$57,000 – US$80,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 35m | A$96,000 – A$130,000 (~US$62,500 – US$87,500) | 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.
Jet charter costs between Darwin and Townsville are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Darwin, Australia: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin.
Townsville, Australia: Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville.
| Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin | Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPDN / DRW | YBTL / TSV |
| Longest hard runway | 11,004 ft | 7,999 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 103 ft | 18 ft |
15 of the 16 aircraft we quote for Darwin to Townsville use both airfields and fly it non-stop. The exception is the Embraer Phenom 100EV, 145 km short after reserves on a 1,860 km leg — it would need a fuel stop. Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin has 11,004 ft and Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville 7,999 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are.
Alternates within range: Delissaville Airport · Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport · Palmer Airport · Robertson Barracks Heliport (59 ft, 10 km) · Ayr Airport (4,796 ft, 70 km) · Donnington Airpark · Bening Field Airport · Palm Island Airport (3,730 ft, 59 km)
Transparent from the start: a clear US$26,500 – US$73,000 range for Darwin–Townsville, confirmed once we check live availability.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Darwin to Townsville.
Pets are welcome on every Darwin–Townsville charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
The Darwin to Townsville route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$26,500 – US$73,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 44m gate to gate across the 1,860 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Darwin–Townsville departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Darwin–Townsville charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Townsville to Darwin runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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