Fly private between Sydney and Tamworth from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Sydney (SYD) ⇄ Tamworth (TMW) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Sydney and Tamworth lie approximately 320 km apart (199 mi / 173 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Sydney–Tamworth 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 02m | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 00m | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 51 min | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 50 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 49 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Sydney–Tamworth charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Sydney, Australia: Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport and RAAF Base Richmond.
Tamworth, Australia: Tamworth Airport and Gunnedah Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Sydney: Sydney (BWU), Sydney (Mascot) (SYD), Richmond (XRH), Cobbitty (CDU); Tamworth: Tamworth (TMW).
Observed traffic makes this a weekday route with afternoon departures: departures cluster on Thu, most often around 03:00 UTC.
Block times are close to symmetrical in both directions.
Fri is the quietest day we observe on this pairing, which is usually when an aircraft is easiest to source at short notice.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney → Tamworth | 172 | 48 min | 35 min | Cessna Citation Mustang (39), Cessna Citation 1SP (38), Beech Super King Air (34), Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (29) |
| Tamworth → Sydney | 242 | 48 min | — | Beechcraft Super King Air 350 (98), Cessna Citation Mustang (41), Cessna Citation 1SP (34), Beech Super King Air (33) |
414 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport | Tamworth Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YSSY / SYD | YSTW / TMW |
| Longest hard runway | 12,999 ft | 7,218 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 21 ft | 1,334 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Sydney to Tamworth can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Tamworth Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,218 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,218 ft to spare. The leg is 320 km.
Alternates within range: Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (12,139 ft, 43 km) · RAAF Base Richmond (7,001 ft, 53 km) · Sydney Bankstown Airport (4,644 ft, 17 km) · Camden Airport (4,804 ft, 46 km) · Gunnedah Airport (5,400 ft, 58 km) · Goonoo Goonoo Airport · Woolomin Airport · Quirindi Airport (3,629 ft, 56 km)
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Sydney–Tamworth sector leaves when you do.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Sydney and Tamworth.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
The Sydney to Tamworth route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
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 1h 02m gate to gate over 320 km (199 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 Sydney–Tamworth charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Sydney–Tamworth charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Tamworth to Sydney runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
