Private charter between Mataiva and Papeete starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Mataiva (MVT) to Papeete (PPT) and Papeete to Mataiva — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Mataiva and Papeete is about 313 km (195 miles), or 169 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Mataiva and Papeete, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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 (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 50 min | 45 min – 55 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 02m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 59 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 50 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 49 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 48 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
On Mataiva–Papeete, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Mataiva, French Polynesia: Mataiva Airport.
Papeete, French Polynesia: Fa'a'ā International Airport.
| Mataiva Airport | Fa'a'ā International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTGV / MVT | NTAA / PPT |
| Longest hard runway | 3,937 ft | 11,360 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 11 ft | 5 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 3,937 ft at Mataiva Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,437 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,408 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 1,937 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,308 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 737 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,788 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,037 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,018 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 937 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,508 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,437 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,588 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,737 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,088 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 437 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,308 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 659 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,258 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 263 ft short |
3,900 km 3,508 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,639 ft short |
4,600 km 4,208 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 993 ft short |
5,926 km 5,534 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 963 ft short |
6,400 km 6,008 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 755 ft short |
7,220 km 6,828 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,503 ft short |
7,400 km 7,008 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,363 ft short |
7,800 km 7,408 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 853 ft short |
7,400 km 7,008 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,063 ft short |
14,260 km 13,868 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,863 ft short |
11,112 km 10,720 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,063 ft short |
12,960 km 12,568 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 863 ft short |
11,945 km 11,553 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Tikehau Airport (3,937 ft, 59 km) · Moorea Temae Airport (4,035 ft, 18 km)
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Those 1h 02m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Guide pricing on Mataiva–Papeete is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
The Mataiva to Papeete route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 02m gate to gate over 313 km (195 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 Mataiva–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.
Of course: Papeete to Mataiva runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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