Private charter between Papeete and Avarua starts at US$12,500 aboard a midsize jet.
We fly Papeete (PPT) ⇄ Avarua (RAR) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Papeete and Avarua lie approximately 1,144 km apart (711 mi / 618 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$12,500 – US$37,000 for a one-way charter between Papeete and Avarua, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 50m | 1h 39m – 2h 01m | US$26,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 50m | US$26,500 – US$37,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 49m | US$29,000 – US$40,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 45m | US$32,000 – US$44,500 | 8-10 |
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.
The guide range for Papeete–Avarua is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Papeete, French Polynesia: Fa'a'ā International Airport.
Avarua, Cook Islands: Rarotonga International Airport.
| Fa'a'ā International Airport | Rarotonga International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTAA / PPT | NCRG / RAR |
| Longest hard runway | 11,360 ft | 7,638 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 5 ft | 19 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Papeete to Avarua can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Fa'a'ā International Airport has 11,360 ft and Rarotonga International Airport 7,638 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 1,144 km.
Alternates within range: Moorea Temae Airport (4,035 ft, 18 km)
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Papeete and Avarua.
See the guide range — US$12,500 – US$37,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Papeete–Avarua charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Papeete–Avarua is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$12,500 – US$37,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 50m gate to gate across the 1,144 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Papeete–Avarua charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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