Private charter between Hay River and Fort Smith starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Hay River (YHY) to Fort Smith (YSM) and Fort Smith to Hay River — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Hay River and Fort Smith is about 229 km (142 miles), or 123 nautical miles.
From C$11,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Hay River–Fort Smith 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 (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | C$11,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 43 min | 39 min – 47 min | C$13,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 51 min | C$11,000 – C$15,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 49 min | C$12,000 – C$16,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 43 min | C$13,000 – C$18,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 42 min | C$14,000 – C$20,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 42 min | C$16,000 – C$22,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
The guide range for Hay River–Fort Smith is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Hay River, Canada: Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport.
Fort Smith, Canada: Fort Smith Airport.
| Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport | Fort Smith Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYHY / YHY | CYSM / YSM |
| Longest hard runway | 6,000 ft | 6,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 541 ft | 671 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Hay River to Fort Smith can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,000 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 0 ft to spare. The leg is 229 km.
Alternates within range: Hay River Seaplane Base · Hay River (District) Heliport · Fort Smith Water Aerodrome · Fort Smith (District) Heliport
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Pets are welcome on every Hay River–Fort Smith charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Hay River–Fort Smith quote requests within 60 minutes.
Demand on Hay River–Fort Smith 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.
About 51 min gate to gate over 229 km (142 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Hay River–Fort Smith charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Hay River–Fort Smith charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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