Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 17m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$9,500 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Fly private between Makemo and Papeete from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Makemo (MKP) to Papeete (PPT) and Papeete to Makemo — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Makemo to Papeete is roughly 641 kilometres — 399 miles, or 346 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Makemo to Papeete (and Papeete to Makemo) ranges from US$9,500 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$24,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 17m | 1h 09m – 1h 25m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 13m | 1h 06m – 1h 20m | US$12,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 17m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 15m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 13m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 13m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 11m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 09m | US$15,000 – US$21,000 | 6-8 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Makemo, French Polynesia: Makemo Airport.
Papeete, French Polynesia: Fa'a'ā International Airport.
| Makemo Airport | Fa'a'ā International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTGM / MKP | NTAA / PPT |
| Longest hard runway | 4,920 ft | 11,360 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 3 ft | 5 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,920 ft at Makemo Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,420 ft spare |
1,800 km 998 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,920 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,898 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,720 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,378 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,020 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,608 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,920 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,098 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,420 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,178 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,720 ft spare |
1,480 km 678 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,420 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,898 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,642 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,848 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 720 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,098 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 656 ft short |
4,600 km 3,798 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 10 ft short |
5,926 km 5,124 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 20 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,598 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 228 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,418 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 520 ft short |
7,400 km 6,598 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 380 ft short |
7,800 km 6,998 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 130 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,598 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,080 ft short |
14,260 km 13,458 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 880 ft short |
11,112 km 10,310 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,080 ft short |
12,960 km 12,158 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 120 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,143 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Moorea Temae Airport (4,035 ft, 18 km)
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Our team responds to Makemo–Papeete quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Makemo–Papeete when the time is right.
Makemo–Papeete is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$24,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 17m gate to gate across the 641 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Makemo–Papeete 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.
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