Private charter between Pormpuraaw and Kowanyama starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Pormpuraaw (EDR) to Kowanyama (KWM) and Kowanyama to Pormpuraaw — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Pormpuraaw and Kowanyama is about 67 km (42 miles), or 36 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Pormpuraaw to Kowanyama (and Kowanyama to Pormpuraaw) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 32 min | 29 min – 35 min | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 30 min | 27 min – 33 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 32 min | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 31 min | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 30 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 29 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 29 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Charter pricing on Pormpuraaw–Kowanyama moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Pormpuraaw, Australia: Pormpuraaw Airport.
Kowanyama, Australia: Kowanyama Airport.
| Pormpuraaw Airport | Kowanyama Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YPMP / EDR | YKOW / KWM |
| Longest hard runway | 4,462 ft | 4,528 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 10 ft | 35 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,462 ft at Pormpuraaw Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,962 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,716 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,462 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,616 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,262 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,096 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,562 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,326 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,462 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,816 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,962 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,896 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,262 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,396 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 962 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,616 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,184 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,566 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 262 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,816 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,114 ft short |
4,600 km 4,516 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 468 ft short |
5,926 km 5,842 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 438 ft short |
6,400 km 6,316 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 230 ft short |
7,220 km 7,136 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 978 ft short |
7,400 km 7,316 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 838 ft short |
7,800 km 7,716 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 328 ft short |
7,400 km 7,316 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,538 ft short |
14,260 km 14,176 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,338 ft short |
11,112 km 11,028 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,538 ft short |
12,960 km 12,876 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 338 ft short |
11,945 km 11,861 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Kowanyama Airport (4,528 ft, 67 km) · Southwell Airport · Pormpuraaw Airport (4,462 ft, 67 km) · Rutland Plains Airport
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Pormpuraaw–Kowanyama sector leaves when you do.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 67 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Demand on Pormpuraaw–Kowanyama 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$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 32 min gate to gate over 67 km (42 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Pormpuraaw–Kowanyama 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.
Of course: Kowanyama to Pormpuraaw runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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