Private charter between Madang and Port Moresby starts at US$8,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Madang (MAG) to Port Moresby (POM) and Port Moresby to Madang — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Madang and Port Moresby is about 497 km (309 miles), or 268 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Madang 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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 05m | 59 min – 1h 12m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 24m | 1h 16m – 1h 32m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 05m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 04m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 02m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 02m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 01m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 59 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 24m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 19m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
The guide range for Madang–Port Moresby 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Madang, Papua New Guinea: Madang Airport.
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport.
| Madang Airport | Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AYMD / MAG | AYPY / POM |
| Longest hard runway | 5,174 ft | 9,022 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 20 ft | 146 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,674 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,178 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,174 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,078 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,974 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,558 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,274 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,788 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,174 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,278 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,674 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,358 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,974 ft spare |
1,480 km 858 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,674 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,078 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,896 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,028 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 974 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,278 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 402 ft short |
4,600 km 3,978 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 244 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,304 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 274 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,778 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 482 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,598 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 266 ft short |
7,400 km 6,778 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 126 ft short |
7,800 km 7,178 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 384 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,778 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 826 ft short |
14,260 km 13,638 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 626 ft short |
11,112 km 10,490 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 826 ft short |
12,960 km 12,338 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 374 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,323 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Wanuma Airport · Naoro Airport · Haelogo Airport · Efogi Airport · Kagi Airport
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide pricing on Madang–Port Moresby is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Demand on Madang–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 05m gate to gate across the 497 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 Madang–Port Moresby 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: Port Moresby to Madang runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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