Private charter between Longreach and Winton starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Longreach (LRE) to Winton (WIN), and from Winton (WIN) back to Longreach (LRE).
As the crow flies, Longreach to Winton is roughly 170 kilometres — 106 miles, or 92 nautical miles.
From A$12,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Longreach to Winton (and Winton to Longreach) 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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 (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 38 min | 34 min – 42 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 45 min | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 43 min | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 38 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 38 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 37 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~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.
The guide range for Longreach–Winton is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Longreach, Australia: Longreach Airport.
Winton, Australia: Winton Airport.
| Longreach Airport | Winton Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YLRE / LRE | YWTN / WIN |
| Longest hard runway | 6,352 ft | 4,600 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 627 ft | 638 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,600 ft at Winton Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,100 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,587 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,600 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,487 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,400 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,967 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,700 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,197 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,600 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,687 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,100 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,767 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,400 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,267 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,100 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,487 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,322 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,437 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 400 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,687 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 976 ft short |
4,600 km 4,387 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 330 ft short |
5,926 km 5,713 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 300 ft short |
6,400 km 6,187 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 92 ft short |
7,220 km 7,007 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 840 ft short |
7,400 km 7,187 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 700 ft short |
7,800 km 7,587 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 190 ft short |
7,400 km 7,187 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,400 ft short |
14,260 km 14,047 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,200 ft short |
11,112 km 10,899 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,400 ft short |
12,960 km 12,747 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 200 ft short |
11,945 km 11,732 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Maneroo Airport · Lorraine Station Airport · Australian Age of Dinosaurs Helicopter Landing Site
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Demand on Longreach–Winton 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$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 45 min gate to gate across the 170 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 Longreach–Winton 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
