Private charter between Kaohsiung and Kinmen starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Kaohsiung (KHH) to Kinmen (KNH) and Kinmen to Kaohsiung — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Kaohsiung and Kinmen is about 289 km (180 miles), or 156 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Kaohsiung to Kinmen (and Kinmen to Kaohsiung) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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 (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 59 min | 53 min – 1h 05m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 59 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 56 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 48 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 47 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 46 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Kaohsiung–Kinmen charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Kaohsiung, Taiwan: Kaohsiung International Airport and Tainan International Airport / Tainan Air Base.
Kinmen, Taiwan: Kinmen Airport, Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport and Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport.
| Kaohsiung International Airport | Kinmen Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | RCKH / KHH | RCBS / KNH |
| Longest hard runway | 10,335 ft | 9,843 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 31 ft | 93 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Kaohsiung to Kinmen can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Kaohsiung International Airport has 10,335 ft and Kinmen Airport 9,843 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 289 km.
Alternates within range: Tainan International Airport / Tainan Air Base (10,007 ft, 44 km) · Xiaoliuqiu Heliport · Taimali Heliport · Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (11,155 ft, 27 km) · Quanzhou Jinjiang International Airport (8,530 ft, 47 km) · Sihong Heliport
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
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 Kaohsiung–Kinmen quote requests within 60 minutes.
Choose your wheels-up time — Kaohsiung–Kinmen runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Kaohsiung–Kinmen is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – 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.
Roughly 59 min gate to gate across the 289 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kaohsiung–Kinmen departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kaohsiung–Kinmen 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.
