Private charter between Mount Isa and Julia Creek starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Mount Isa (ISA) to Julia Creek (JCK) and Julia Creek to Mount Isa — timed and priced alike.
Mount Isa and Julia Creek lie approximately 232 km apart (144 mi / 126 nm) on a direct routing.
From A$12,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Mount Isa to Julia Creek (and Julia Creek to Mount Isa) 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 43 min | 39 min – 47 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 52 min | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 50 min | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 43 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 43 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 42 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Mount Isa–Julia Creek charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Mount Isa, Australia: Mount Isa Airport.
Julia Creek, Australia: Julia Creek Airport.
| Mount Isa Airport | Julia Creek Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBMA / ISA | YJLC / JCK |
| Longest hard runway | 8,399 ft | 4,600 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,121 ft | 404 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,600 ft at Julia Creek Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,100 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,510 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,600 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,410 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,400 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,890 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,700 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,120 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,600 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,610 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,100 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,690 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,400 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,190 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,100 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,410 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,322 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,360 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 400 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,610 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 976 ft short |
4,600 km 4,310 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 330 ft short |
5,926 km 5,636 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 300 ft short |
6,400 km 6,110 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 92 ft short |
7,220 km 6,930 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 840 ft short |
7,400 km 7,110 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 700 ft short |
7,800 km 7,510 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 190 ft short |
7,400 km 7,110 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,400 ft short |
14,260 km 13,970 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,200 ft short |
11,112 km 10,822 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,400 ft short |
12,960 km 12,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 200 ft short |
11,945 km 11,655 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Calton Hills Airport
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Choose your wheels-up time — Mount Isa–Julia Creek runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 232 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Demand on Mount Isa–Julia Creek comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 52 min gate to gate over 232 km (144 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Mount Isa–Julia Creek 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.
Of course: Julia Creek to Mount Isa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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