Charter Raivavae to Tubuai privately from US$8,000, about 48 min gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Raivavae (RVV) to Tubuai (TUB) and Tubuai to Raivavae — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Raivavae to Tubuai is roughly 198 kilometres — 123 miles, or 107 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Raivavae–Tubuai spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 40 min | 36 min – 44 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 48 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 46 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 40 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 40 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 39 min | 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.
On Raivavae–Tubuai, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Raivavae, French Polynesia: Raivavae Airport.
Tubuai, French Polynesia: Tubuai Airport.
| Raivavae Airport | Tubuai Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTAV / RVV | NTAT / TUB |
| Longest hard runway | 4,592 ft | 4,921 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7 ft | 7 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,592 ft at Raivavae Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,092 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,552 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,592 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,452 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,392 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,932 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,692 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,162 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,592 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,652 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,092 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,732 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,392 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,232 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,092 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,452 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,314 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,402 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 392 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,652 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 984 ft short |
4,600 km 4,352 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 338 ft short |
5,926 km 5,678 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 308 ft short |
6,400 km 6,152 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 100 ft short |
7,220 km 6,972 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 848 ft short |
7,400 km 7,152 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 708 ft short |
7,800 km 7,552 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 198 ft short |
7,400 km 7,152 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,408 ft short |
14,260 km 14,012 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,208 ft short |
11,112 km 10,864 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,408 ft short |
12,960 km 12,712 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 208 ft short |
11,945 km 11,697 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Guide pricing on Raivavae–Tubuai is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
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.
The Raivavae to Tubuai route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 48 min gate to gate over 198 km (123 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Raivavae–Tubuai departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Raivavae–Tubuai charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Tubuai to Raivavae runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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