Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 20m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$9,500 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Fly private between Nadzab and Tokua from US$9,500 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Nadzab (LAE) to Tokua (RAB) and Tokua to Nadzab — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Nadzab and Tokua is about 673 km (418 miles), or 363 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$26,000 for a one-way charter between Nadzab and Tokua, 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 16m | 1h 08m – 1h 24m | US$12,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 20m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 18m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 16m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 16m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 14m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 11m | US$15,000 – US$21,000 | 6-8 |
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 Nadzab and Tokua? 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:
Nadzab, Papua New Guinea: Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport.
Tokua, Papua New Guinea: Tokua Airport.
| Nadzab Tomodachi International Airport | Tokua Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AYNZ / LAE | AYTK / RAB |
| Longest hard runway | 8,000 ft | 5,643 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 239 ft | 49 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,143 ft spare |
1,800 km 958 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,643 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,858 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,443 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,338 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,743 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,568 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,643 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,058 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,143 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,138 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,443 ft spare |
1,480 km 638 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,143 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,858 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,365 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,808 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,443 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,058 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 67 ft spare |
4,600 km 3,758 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 713 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,084 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 743 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,558 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 951 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,378 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 203 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,558 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 343 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,958 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 853 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,558 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 357 ft short |
14,260 km 13,418 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 157 ft short |
11,112 km 10,270 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 357 ft short |
12,960 km 12,118 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 843 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,103 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Konge Airport · Lowai Airport · Baindoung Airport · Kasonombe Airport
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Nadzab and Tokua is built around your itinerary.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 20m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Nadzab and Tokua.
We publish the price band (US$9,500 – US$26,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
The Nadzab to Tokua route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$9,500 – US$26,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 20m gate to gate over 673 km (418 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Nadzab–Tokua charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Nadzab–Tokua charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Tokua to Nadzab runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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