Charter Hay River to Yellowknife privately from US$8,000, about 47 min gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Hay River (YHY) to Yellowknife (YZF), and from Yellowknife (YZF) back to Hay River (YHY).
The straight-line distance between Hay River and Yellowknife is about 194 km (120 miles), or 105 nautical miles.
From C$11,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Hay River–Yellowknife 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. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | C$11,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 40 min | 36 min – 44 min | C$13,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 47 min | C$11,000 – C$15,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 46 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 | 40 min | C$13,000 – C$18,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 40 min | C$14,000 – C$20,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 39 min | C$16,000 – C$22,000 (~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.
The guide range for Hay River–Yellowknife 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Hay River, Canada: Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport.
Yellowknife, Canada: Yellowknife International Airport.
| Hay River / Merlyn Carter Airport | Yellowknife International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYHY / YHY | CYZF / YZF |
| Longest hard runway | 6,000 ft | 7,500 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 541 ft | 675 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Hay River to Yellowknife 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 194 km.
Alternates within range: Hay River Seaplane Base · Hay River (District) Heliport · Yellowknife Seaplane Base · Yellow Dog Lodge Seaplane Base · Namushka Lodge Seaplane Base
Our team responds to Hay River–Yellowknife quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Hay River–Yellowknife sector leaves when you do.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Demand on Hay River–Yellowknife 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 47 min gate to gate over 194 km (120 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Hay River–Yellowknife departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Hay River–Yellowknife 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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