Private charter between Merimbula and Sydney starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Merimbula (MIM) ⇄ Sydney (SYD) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Merimbula to Sydney is roughly 349 kilometres — 217 miles, or 188 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Merimbula to Sydney (and Sydney to Merimbula) 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. 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 (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 06m | 59 min – 1h 13m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 53 min | 48 min – 58 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 06m | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 03m | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 53 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 52 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 51 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Merimbula and Sydney are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Merimbula, Australia: Merimbula Airport.
Sydney, Australia: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and RAAF Base Richmond.
| Merimbula Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YMER / MIM | YSSY / SYD |
| Longest hard runway | 5,256 ft | 12,999 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7 ft | 21 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,756 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,363 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,256 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,263 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,056 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,743 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,356 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,973 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,256 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,756 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,543 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,056 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,043 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,756 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,263 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,978 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,213 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,056 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,463 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 320 ft short |
4,600 km 4,163 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 326 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,489 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 356 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 564 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,783 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 184 ft short |
7,400 km 6,963 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 44 ft short |
7,800 km 7,363 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 466 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 744 ft short |
14,260 km 13,823 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 544 ft short |
11,112 km 10,675 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 744 ft short |
12,960 km 12,523 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 456 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,508 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Bombala Airport · Eden Sports Ground HLS · Bermagui - Dickinson Oval HLS · Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (12,139 ft, 43 km) · RAAF Base Richmond (7,001 ft, 53 km) · Sydney Bankstown Airport (4,644 ft, 17 km) · Camden Airport (4,804 ft, 46 km)
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Merimbula–Sydney is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
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 06m gate to gate over 349 km (217 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Merimbula–Sydney charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Merimbula–Sydney charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Sydney to Merimbula runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
