Fly private between Mount Hagen and Madang from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Mount Hagen (HGU) to Madang (MAG), and from Madang (MAG) back to Mount Hagen (HGU).
The straight-line distance between Mount Hagen and Madang is about 179 km (111 miles), or 97 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Mount Hagen and Madang, 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 39 min | 35 min – 43 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 45 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 44 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 39 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 38 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 38 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Mount Hagen and Madang? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Mount Hagen, Papua New Guinea: Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport and Wapenamanda Airport.
Madang, Papua New Guinea: Madang Airport.
| Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport | Madang Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AYMH / HGU | AYMD / MAG |
| Longest hard runway | 7,185 ft | 5,174 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,388 ft | 20 ft |
Mount Hagen Kagamuga Airport is at 5,388 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,674 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,576 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,174 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,476 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,974 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,956 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,274 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,186 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,174 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,676 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,674 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,756 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,974 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,256 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,674 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,476 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,896 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,426 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 974 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,676 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 402 ft short |
4,600 km 4,376 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 244 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,702 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 274 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,176 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 482 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,996 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 266 ft short |
7,400 km 7,176 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 126 ft short |
7,800 km 7,576 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 384 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,176 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 826 ft short |
14,260 km 14,036 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 626 ft short |
11,112 km 10,888 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 826 ft short |
12,960 km 12,736 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 374 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,721 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Wapenamanda Airport (5,052 ft, 50 km) · Ialibu Airport · Kompiam Airport · Koinambe Airport · Wanuma Airport
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Demand on Mount Hagen–Madang 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 45 min gate to gate across the 179 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Mount Hagen–Madang departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Mount Hagen–Madang charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Madang to Mount Hagen runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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