Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 11m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$9,500 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Charter Port Moresby to Wapenamanda privately from US$9,500, about 1h 11m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Port Moresby (POM) to Wapenamanda (WBM) and Wapenamanda to Port Moresby — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Port Moresby and Wapenamanda is about 560 km (348 miles), or 302 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$23,000 for a one-way charter between Port Moresby and Wapenamanda, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 11m | 1h 04m – 1h 18m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | US$11,500 | 6-8 |
| Midsize Jet | 1h 06m | 59 min – 1h 13m | US$16,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 11m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 09m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 07m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 07m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 05m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 03m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 06m | US$16,500 – US$23,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 04m | US$18,000 – US$25,500 | 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.
What determines the price between Port Moresby and Wapenamanda? 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea: Port Moresby Jacksons International Airport.
Wapenamanda, Papua New Guinea: Wapenamanda Airport.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
The Port Moresby to Wapenamanda route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$9,500 – US$23,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 11m in the air over 560 km (348 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Port Moresby–Wapenamanda departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Port Moresby–Wapenamanda 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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