Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time35 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Private charter between Tabubil and Kiunga starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Tabubil (TBG) to Kiunga (UNG), and from Kiunga (UNG) back to Tabubil (TBG).
The straight-line distance between Tabubil and Kiunga is about 94 km (59 miles), or 51 nautical miles.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Tabubil to Kiunga (and Kiunga to Tabubil) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. 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. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 35 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 34 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Tabubil and Kiunga are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Tabubil, Papua New Guinea: Tabubil Airport.
Kiunga, Papua New Guinea: Kiunga Airport.
| Tabubil Airport | Kiunga Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AYTB / TBG | AYKI / UNG |
| Longest hard runway | — | — |
| Surface | UNK | UNK |
| Field elevation | 1,570 ft | 88 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km 1,682 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km 2,582 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km 2,062 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km 2,292 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km 2,782 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km 1,862 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km 1,362 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km 3,582 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km 3,532 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km 3,782 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km 4,482 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km 5,808 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km 6,282 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km 7,102 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km 7,282 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km 7,682 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km 7,282 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km 14,142 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km 10,994 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km 12,842 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km 11,827 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Tifalmin Airport · Olsobip Airport · Feramin Airport · Okao Airport · Rumginae Airport · Kungim Airport · Tarakbits Airport · Okao Airport
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
The Tabubil to Kiunga 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 35 min gate to gate over 94 km (59 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Tabubil–Kiunga 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: Kiunga to Tabubil runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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