Fly private between Melbourne and Port Hedland from US$57,000 for a super midsize jet (Challenger 350). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Melbourne (MEL) to Port Hedland (PHE) and Port Hedland to Melbourne — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Port Hedland is about 3,173 km (1,971 miles), or 1,713 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Melbourne–Port Hedland spans US$57,000 – US$148,500: from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the entry level to a heavy jet (Challenger 605) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. It seats 12-16 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 03m | 3h 39m – 4h 27m | A$120,000 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 03m | 3h 39m – 4h 27m | A$160,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 03m | A$120,000 – A$150,000 (~US$78,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 03m | A$130,000 – A$150,000 (~US$86,000 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 08m | A$140,000 – A$150,000 (~US$93,500 – US$100,000) | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 03m | A$160,000 – A$230,000 (~US$106,000 – US$148,500) | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 3h 56m | A$180,000 – A$250,000 (~US$116,500 – US$163,500) | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 3h 56m | A$190,000 – A$270,000 (~US$127,000 – US$178,000) | 13-16 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Melbourne–Port Hedland, 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:
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport, Melbourne Essendon Airport and Melbourne Avalon International Airport.
Port Hedland, Australia: Port Hedland International Airport.
| Melbourne Airport | Port Hedland International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YMML / MEL | YPPD / PHE |
| Longest hard runway | 11,998 ft | 8,202 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 434 ft | 33 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 5,002 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,787 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 5,302 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,557 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,702 ft spare |
3,700 km 267 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,924 ft spare |
3,650 km 317 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 4,002 ft spare |
3,900 km 67 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,626 ft spare |
4,600 km 633 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 3,272 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,959 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,302 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,433 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,510 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,253 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,762 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,433 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,902 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,833 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,412 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,433 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,202 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,293 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,402 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,145 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,202 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,993 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,402 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,978 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Melbourne Essendon Airport (6,302 ft, 9 km) · Melbourne Avalon International Airport (10,000 ft, 52 km) · RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base (4,508 ft, 30 km) · Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (4,380 ft, 41 km) · Mundabullangana Airport · De Grey Homestead Airport
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Melbourne–Port Hedland quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Melbourne–Port Hedland when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Melbourne–Port Hedland is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$57,000 – US$148,500 one-way — from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 4h 03m gate to gate across the 3,173 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet. We lead with a super midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Melbourne–Port Hedland departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Melbourne–Port Hedland 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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