Charter Melbourne to Sydney privately from US$9,500, about 1h 23m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD), and from Sydney (SYD) back to Melbourne (MEL).
Melbourne and Sydney lie approximately 706 km apart (439 mi / 381 nm) on a direct routing.
From A$15,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Melbourne–Sydney spans US$9,500 – US$26,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 23m | 1h 15m – 1h 31m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 18m | 1h 10m – 1h 26m | A$20,000 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 1h 17m | 1h 09m – 1h 25m | A$29,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 23m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 20m | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 18m | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 18m | A$20,000 – A$28,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,000) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 16m | A$22,000 – A$31,000 (~US$14,500 – US$20,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 13m | A$24,000 – A$33,000 (~US$15,500 – US$21,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 17m | A$29,000 – A$41,000 (~US$19,000 – US$26,500) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 16m | A$32,000 – A$44,000 (~US$21,000 – US$29,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 14m | A$35,000 – A$49,000 (~US$23,000 – US$32,000) | 8-10 |
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.
Every Melbourne–Sydney quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. No estimates — the number we give you is the number you pay.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Melbourne, Australia: Melbourne Airport and Melbourne Moorabbin Airport.
Sydney, Australia: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Melbourne and Sydney is built around your itinerary.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Melbourne–Sydney trip to its true flying time: 1h 23m.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$9,500 – US$26,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Melbourne–Sydney 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$26,500 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 23m airborne across the 706 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Midsize 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 Melbourne–Sydney departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Melbourne–Sydney 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.
