Fly private between Mauke Island and Avarua from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Mauke Island (MUK) to Avarua (RAR) and Avarua to Mauke Island — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Mauke Island to Avarua is roughly 282 kilometres — 175 miles, or 152 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Mauke Island and Avarua, 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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 58 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 55 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Every Mauke Island–Avarua quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Mauke Island, Cook Islands: Mauke Airport.
Avarua, Cook Islands: Rarotonga International Airport.
| Mauke Airport | Rarotonga International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NCMK / MUK | NCRG / RAR |
| Longest hard runway | — | 7,638 ft |
| Surface | UNK | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 26 ft | 19 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 6,138 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,447 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 5,638 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,347 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,438 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,827 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 4,738 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,057 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 4,638 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,547 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 6,138 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,627 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 6,438 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,127 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,138 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,347 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,360 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,297 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,438 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,547 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,062 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,247 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,708 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,573 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,738 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,047 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,946 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,867 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,198 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,047 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,338 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,447 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,848 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,047 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,638 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,907 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,838 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,759 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,638 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,607 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,838 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,592 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Mauke Island–Avarua, confirmed once we check live availability.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Mauke Island to Avarua.
Travel Mauke Island–Avarua with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Demand on Mauke Island–Avarua 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 58 min gate to gate across the 282 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Mauke Island–Avarua 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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