Private charter between Hiva Oa Island and Papeete starts at US$22,000 aboard a light jet.
This route runs both ways — Hiva Oa Island (AUQ) to Papeete (PPT) and Papeete to Hiva Oa Island — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Hiva Oa Island and Papeete is about 1,434 km (891 miles), or 775 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Hiva Oa Island to Papeete (and Papeete to Hiva Oa Island) ranges from US$22,000 for a light jet like the Cessna Citation CJ3+, up to US$60,000 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Jet · rec. | 2h 14m | 2h 01m – 2h 27m | US$22,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 2h 14m | US$22,000 – US$31,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 2h 10m | US$24,000 – US$34,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 2h 04m | US$26,500 – US$37,000 | 6-8 |
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.
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:
Hiva Oa Island, French Polynesia: Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport.
Papeete, French Polynesia: Fa'a'ā International Airport.
| Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport | Fa'a'ā International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTMN / AUQ | NTAA / PPT |
| Longest hard runway | 3,986 ft | 11,360 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,481 ft | 5 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 3,986 ft at Hiva Oa-Atuona Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 786 ft spare |
2,180 km 387 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,086 ft spare |
2,410 km 617 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 486 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,907 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 708 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,857 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 214 ft short |
3,900 km 2,107 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,590 ft short |
4,600 km 2,807 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 944 ft short |
5,926 km 4,133 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 914 ft short |
6,400 km 4,607 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 706 ft short |
7,220 km 5,427 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,454 ft short |
7,400 km 5,607 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,314 ft short |
7,800 km 6,007 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 804 ft short |
7,400 km 5,607 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,014 ft short |
14,260 km 12,467 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,814 ft short |
11,112 km 9,319 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,014 ft short |
12,960 km 11,167 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 814 ft short |
11,945 km 10,152 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Moorea Temae Airport (4,035 ft, 18 km)
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Pets are welcome on every Hiva Oa Island–Papeete 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.
Our team responds to Hiva Oa Island–Papeete quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Demand on Hiva Oa Island–Papeete comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$22,000 – US$60,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 14m gate to gate over 1,434 km (891 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Hiva Oa Island–Papeete charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Hiva Oa Island–Papeete charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Papeete to Hiva Oa Island runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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