Private charter between Hughes and Fairbanks starts at US$10,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Hughes (HUS) to Fairbanks (FAI) and Fairbanks to Hughes — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Hughes to Fairbanks is roughly 326 kilometres — 203 miles, or 176 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Hughes–Fairbanks spans US$10,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) 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. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | US$10,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 03m | US$10,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 00m | US$10,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
On Hughes–Fairbanks, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Hughes, United States: Hughes Airport.
Fairbanks, United States: Fairbanks International Airport.
| Hughes Airport | Fairbanks International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | PAHU / HUS | PAFA / FAI |
| Longest hard runway | — | 11,800 ft |
| Surface | GRAVEL-G | ASPH-G |
| Field elevation | 299 ft | 439 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 10,300 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,392 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 9,800 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,292 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 8,600 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,772 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,900 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,002 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 8,800 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,492 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 10,300 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,572 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 10,600 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,072 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,300 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,292 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 8,522 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,242 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 7,600 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,492 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,224 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,192 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,870 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,518 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,900 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,992 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,108 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,812 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,360 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,992 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,500 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,392 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,010 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,992 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,800 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,852 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,000 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,704 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,800 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,552 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,000 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,537 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Indian Mountain LRRS Airport · Hog River Airport · Nenana Municipal Airport (4,600 ft, 65 km) · Chena Marina Airport · Metro Field · Lakloey Air Park
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Choose your wheels-up time — Hughes–Fairbanks runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
The Hughes to Fairbanks route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$10,000 – 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.
About 1h 03m gate to gate over 326 km (203 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Hughes–Fairbanks departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Hughes–Fairbanks 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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