Charter Penang to Surabaya privately from US$28,000, about 2h 52m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Penang (PEN) to Surabaya (SUB) and Surabaya to Penang — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Penang to Surabaya is roughly 1,978 kilometres — 1,229 miles, or 1,068 nautical miles.
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Expect US$28,000 – US$76,500 for a one-way charter between Penang and Surabaya, 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. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 52m | 2h 35m – 3h 09m | US$40,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 40m | 2h 24m – 2h 56m | US$54,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 52m | US$40,000 – US$56,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 51m | US$44,000 – US$61,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 44m | US$48,000 – US$67,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 40m | US$54,500 – US$76,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 40m | US$60,000 – US$84,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 44m | US$65,500 – US$92,000 | 9-12 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Penang–Surabaya charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Penang, Malaysia: Penang International Airport.
Surabaya, Indonesia: Juanda International Airport and Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport.
| Penang International Airport | Juanda International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | WMKP / PEN | WARR / SUB |
| Longest hard runway | 10,997 ft | 9,843 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 11 ft | 9 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,643 ft spare |
2,180 km 293 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,943 ft spare |
2,410 km 63 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 6,343 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,227 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,565 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,177 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,643 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,427 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 4,267 ft spare |
4,600 km 2,127 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 4,913 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,453 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,943 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,927 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,151 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,747 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 4,403 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,927 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,543 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,327 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,053 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,927 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,787 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,043 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,639 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,843 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,487 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,043 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,472 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport (8,202 ft, 62 km) · PT Free Port Manyar Heliport · Karyadibya Helipad · Pandaan Helipad
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Penang and Surabaya is built around your itinerary.
Those 2h 52m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Penang and Surabaya.
We publish the price band (US$28,000 – US$76,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Demand on Penang–Surabaya comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$28,000 – US$76,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 2h 52m gate to gate across the 1,978 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Penang–Surabaya departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Surabaya to Penang runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
