Private charter between Mount Isa and Townsville starts at US$9,500 aboard a very light jet.
Private jet charter from Mount Isa (ISA) to Townsville (TSV), and from Townsville (TSV) back to Mount Isa (ISA).
The straight-line distance between Mount Isa and Townsville is about 777 km (483 miles), or 419 nautical miles.
From A$15,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$9,500 – US$28,000 for a one-way charter between Mount Isa and Townsville, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 29m | 1h 20m – 1h 38m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 24m | 1h 16m – 1h 32m | A$21,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 29m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 26m | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 24m | 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 24m | A$21,000 – A$30,000 (~US$14,000 – US$19,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 22m | A$24,000 – A$33,000 (~US$15,500 – US$21,500) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 18m | A$26,000 – A$36,000 (~US$17,000 – US$23,500) | 6-8 |
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 Mount Isa–Townsville quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Mount Isa, Australia: Mount Isa Airport.
Townsville, Australia: Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville.
| Mount Isa Airport | Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YBMA / ISA | YBTL / TSV |
| Longest hard runway | 8,399 ft | 7,999 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,121 ft | 18 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Mount Isa to Townsville can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Mount Isa Airport has 8,399 ft and Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville 7,999 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 777 km.
Alternates within range: Calton Hills Airport · Ayr Airport (4,796 ft, 70 km) · Donnington Airpark · Bening Field Airport · Palm Island Airport (3,730 ft, 59 km)
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
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. 4-6 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel Mount Isa–Townsville with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
The Mount Isa to Townsville route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$28,000 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 29m gate to gate across the 777 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light 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 Mount Isa–Townsville departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Mount Isa–Townsville charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Townsville to Mount Isa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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