Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time33 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Private charter between Nuku Hiva and Ua Huka starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Nuku Hiva (NHV) ⇄ Ua Huka (UAH) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Nuku Hiva and Ua Huka lie approximately 76 km apart (47 mi / 41 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Nuku Hiva and Ua Huka, 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 33 min | 30 min – 36 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 33 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 32 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Nuku Hiva–Ua Huka 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Nuku Hiva, French Polynesia: Nuku Hiva Airport.
Ua Huka, French Polynesia: Ua Huka Airport.
| Nuku Hiva Airport | Ua Huka Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTMD / NHV | NTMU / UAH |
| Longest hard runway | 5,578 ft | 2,477 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 220 ft | 160 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 2,477 ft at Ua Huka Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 977 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,705 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 477 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,605 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 723 ft short |
2,180 km 2,085 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 423 ft short |
2,410 km 2,315 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 523 ft short |
2,900 km 2,805 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 977 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,885 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 1,277 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,385 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,023 ft short |
3,700 km 3,605 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 801 ft short |
3,650 km 3,555 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,723 ft short |
3,900 km 3,805 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 3,099 ft short |
4,600 km 4,505 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,453 ft short |
5,926 km 5,831 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,423 ft short |
6,400 km 6,305 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,215 ft short |
7,220 km 7,125 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,963 ft short |
7,400 km 7,305 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,823 ft short |
7,800 km 7,705 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,313 ft short |
7,400 km 7,305 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,523 ft short |
14,260 km 14,165 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,323 ft short |
11,112 km 11,017 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,523 ft short |
12,960 km 12,865 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,323 ft short |
11,945 km 11,850 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Ua Pou Airport (2,723 ft, 64 km)
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$11,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Nuku Hiva to Ua Huka.
Pets are welcome on every Nuku Hiva–Ua Huka charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Demand on Nuku Hiva–Ua Huka 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$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 33 min gate to gate over 76 km (47 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nuku Hiva–Ua Huka departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Nuku Hiva–Ua Huka charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Ua Huka to Nuku Hiva runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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