Private charter between Kao and Manado starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Kao (TTE) to Manado (MDC), and from Manado (MDC) back to Kao (TTE).
As the crow flies, Kao to Manado is roughly 284 kilometres — 177 miles, or 154 nautical miles.
From Rp129,600,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Kao and Manado, 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (IDR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | Rp129,600,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | Rp153,900,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (IDR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 04m | Rp129,600,000 – Rp178,200,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 01m | Rp145,800,000 – Rp194,400,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (IDR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 52 min | Rp153,900,000 – Rp218,700,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 51 min | Rp170,100,000 – Rp243,000,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 50 min | Rp186,300,000 – Rp259,200,000 (~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.
Jet charter costs between Kao and Manado are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Kao, Indonesia: Sultan Babullah Airport.
Manado, Indonesia: Sam Ratulangi International Airport.
| Sultan Babullah Airport | Sam Ratulangi International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | WAEE / TTE | WAMM / MDC |
| Longest hard runway | 5,875 ft | 8,693 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 49 ft | 264 ft |
| Distance from city | 70 km | in the city |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,375 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,445 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,875 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,345 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,675 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,825 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,975 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,055 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,875 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,545 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,375 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,625 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,675 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,125 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,375 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,345 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,597 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,295 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,675 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,545 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 299 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,245 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 945 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,571 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 975 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,045 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,183 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,865 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 435 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,045 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 575 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,445 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,085 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,045 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 125 ft short |
14,260 km 13,905 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 75 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,757 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 125 ft short |
12,960 km 12,605 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,075 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,590 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Kuabang Airport (2,963 ft, 0 km) · Marimoi Airport (3,020 ft, 24 km)
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 — Kao–Manado runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Demand on Kao–Manado 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 1h 04m gate to gate over 284 km (177 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 Kao–Manado departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Manado to Kao runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
