Private charter between Kirkwall and Sanday starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Kirkwall (WIC) to Sanday (KOI) and Sanday to Kirkwall — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Kirkwall to Sanday is roughly 57 kilometres — 35 miles, or 31 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Kirkwall and Sanday, 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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (GBP) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 29 min | 26 min – 32 min | £6,300 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (GBP) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 29 min | £6,300 – £8,700 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
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.
On Kirkwall–Sanday, 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. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Kirkwall, United Kingdom: Wick John O'Groats Airport.
Sanday, United Kingdom: Kirkwall Airport.
| Wick John O'Groats Airport | Kirkwall Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | EGPC / WIC | EGPA / KOI |
| Longest hard runway | 6,007 ft | 4,690 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 126 ft | 50 ft |
| Distance from city | 57 km | 38 km |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,690 ft at Kirkwall Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,190 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,728 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,690 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,628 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,490 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,108 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,790 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,338 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,690 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,828 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,190 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,908 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,490 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,408 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,190 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,628 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,412 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,578 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 490 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,828 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 886 ft short |
4,600 km 4,528 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 240 ft short |
5,926 km 5,854 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 210 ft short |
6,400 km 6,328 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2 ft short |
7,220 km 7,148 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 750 ft short |
7,400 km 7,328 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 610 ft short |
7,800 km 7,728 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 100 ft short |
7,400 km 7,328 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,310 ft short |
14,260 km 14,188 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,110 ft short |
11,112 km 11,040 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,310 ft short |
12,960 km 12,888 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 110 ft short |
11,945 km 11,873 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Kirkwall Airport (4,690 ft, 0 km) · Eday Airport · Stronsay Airport · Sanday Airport · Sanday Airport · Stronsay Airport · Eday Airport · North Ronaldsay Airport
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 57 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$11,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Demand on Kirkwall–Sanday comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 29 min gate to gate across the 57 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kirkwall–Sanday charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Sanday to Kirkwall runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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