Fly private between Dubbo and Sydney from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Dubbo (DBO) ⇄ Sydney (SYD) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Dubbo and Sydney is about 309 km (192 miles), or 167 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Dubbo and Sydney, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 01m | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 58 min | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 50 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 49 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 48 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Dubbo, Australia: Dubbo City Regional Airport.
Sydney, Australia: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and RAAF Base Richmond.
| Dubbo City Regional Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YSDU / DBO | YSSY / SYD |
| Longest hard runway | 5,604 ft | 12,999 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 935 ft | 21 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,104 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,413 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,604 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,313 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,404 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,793 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,704 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,023 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,604 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,513 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,104 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,593 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,404 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,093 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,104 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,313 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,326 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,263 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,404 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,513 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 28 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,213 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 674 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,539 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 704 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,013 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 912 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,833 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 164 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,013 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 304 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,413 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 814 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,013 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 396 ft short |
14,260 km 13,873 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 196 ft short |
11,112 km 10,725 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 396 ft short |
12,960 km 12,573 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 804 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,558 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Narromine Airport (4,990 ft, 33 km) · Trangie Airport · Gilgandra Airport · Fairview Airport · Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (12,139 ft, 43 km) · RAAF Base Richmond (7,001 ft, 53 km) · Sydney Bankstown Airport (4,644 ft, 17 km) · Camden Airport (4,804 ft, 46 km)
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Dubbo–Sydney sector leaves when you do.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Dubbo–Sydney trip to about 1h 01m gate to gate.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Dubbo–Sydney is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
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.
Roughly 1h 01m gate to gate across the 309 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Dubbo–Sydney charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Dubbo–Sydney charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Sydney to Dubbo runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
