Fly private between Kundiawa and Port Moresby from US$8,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Kundiawa (GKA) to Port Moresby (POM), and from Port Moresby (POM) back to Kundiawa (GKA).
The straight-line distance between Kundiawa and Port Moresby is about 425 km (264 miles), or 229 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Kundiawa and Port Moresby, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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 (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 59 min | 53 min – 1h 05m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 18m | 1h 10m – 1h 26m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 02m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 00m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 59 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 59 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 58 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 56 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 18m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 14m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Kundiawa and Port Moresby 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Kundiawa, Papua New Guinea: Goroka Airport.
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport.
| Goroka Airport | Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AYGA / GKA | AYPY / POM |
| Longest hard runway | 5,400 ft | 9,022 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,282 ft | 146 ft |
| Distance from city | 47 km | in the city |
Goroka Airport is at 5,282 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,900 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,268 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,400 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,168 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,200 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,648 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,500 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,878 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,400 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,368 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,900 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,448 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,200 ft spare |
1,480 km 948 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,900 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,168 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,122 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,118 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,200 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,368 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 176 ft short |
4,600 km 4,068 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 470 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,394 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 500 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,868 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 708 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,688 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 40 ft short |
7,400 km 6,868 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 100 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,268 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 610 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,868 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 600 ft short |
14,260 km 13,728 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 400 ft short |
11,112 km 10,580 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 600 ft short |
12,960 km 12,428 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 600 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,413 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Chimbu Airport (3,330 ft, 0 km) · Keglsugl Airport · Bundi Airport · Karimui Airport · Naoro Airport · Haelogo Airport · Efogi Airport · Kagi Airport
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Kundiawa to Port Moresby.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on Kundiawa–Port Moresby 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 very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 02m gate to gate across the 425 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kundiawa–Port Moresby departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kundiawa–Port Moresby charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Port Moresby to Kundiawa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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