Fly private between Panama and Puerto Obaldia from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Panama (BLB) ⇄ Puerto Obaldia (PUE) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Panama and Puerto Obaldia is about 241 km (150 miles), or 130 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Panama and Puerto Obaldia, 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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 52 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 50 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
What determines the price between Panama and Puerto Obaldia? 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Panama, Panama: Panamá Pacífico International Airport, Tocumen International Airport, Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport and Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport.
Puerto Obaldia, Panama: Puerto Obaldía Airport.
| Panamá Pacífico International Airport | Puerto Obaldía Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | MPPA / BLB | MPOA / PUE |
| Longest hard runway | 8,500 ft | 2,264 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 52 ft | 223 ft |
| Distance from city | 8 km | in the city |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 2,264 ft at Puerto Obaldía Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 764 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,498 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 264 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,398 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 936 ft short |
2,180 km 1,878 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 636 ft short |
2,410 km 2,108 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 736 ft short |
2,900 km 2,598 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 764 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,678 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 1,064 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,178 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,236 ft short |
3,700 km 3,398 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,014 ft short |
3,650 km 3,348 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,936 ft short |
3,900 km 3,598 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 3,312 ft short |
4,600 km 4,298 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,666 ft short |
5,926 km 5,624 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,636 ft short |
6,400 km 6,098 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,428 ft short |
7,220 km 6,918 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 3,176 ft short |
7,400 km 7,098 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 3,036 ft short |
7,800 km 7,498 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,526 ft short |
7,400 km 7,098 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,736 ft short |
14,260 km 13,958 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,536 ft short |
11,112 km 10,810 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,736 ft short |
12,960 km 12,658 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,536 ft short |
11,945 km 11,643 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Tocumen International Airport (10,006 ft, 22 km) · Marcos A. Gelabert International Airport (5,906 ft, 0 km) · Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport (8,858 ft, 55 km) · Capt. Alex H. Bosquez Airport (3,907 ft, 21 km) · Caledonia Airport · Mulatupo Airport
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$11,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Pets are welcome on every Panama–Puerto Obaldia charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
The Panama to Puerto Obaldia 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$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.
Roughly 52 min gate to gate across the 241 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Panama–Puerto Obaldia departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Panama–Puerto Obaldia charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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