Private charter between Makhachkala and Aktau starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Makhachkala (MCX) to Aktau (SCO) and Aktau to Makhachkala — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Makhachkala to Aktau is roughly 301 kilometres — 187 miles, or 163 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Makhachkala to Aktau (and Aktau to Makhachkala) 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 49 min | 44 min – 54 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 00m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 57 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 49 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 48 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 47 min | 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.
On Makhachkala–Aktau, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Makhachkala, Russia: Makhachkala Uytash International Airport.
Aktau, Kazakhstan: Aktau International Airport.
| Makhachkala Uytash International Airport | Aktau International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | URML / MCX | UATE / SCO |
| Longest hard runway | 8,662 ft | 10,013 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 12 ft | 73 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Makhachkala to Aktau can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Makhachkala Uytash International Airport has 8,662 ft and Aktau International Airport 10,013 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 301 km.
Alternates within range: Aktau Summer Sea Residence Heliport · Aktau Summer Sea Harbor Heliport
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Makhachkala–Aktau sector leaves when you do.
The Makhachkala to Aktau route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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.
About 1h 00m gate to gate over 301 km (187 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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 Makhachkala–Aktau departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Makhachkala–Aktau charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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