Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time40 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.
Charter Takaroa to Ahe privately from US$8,000, about 40 min gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Takaroa (TKX) ⇄ Ahe (AHE) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Takaroa and Ahe is about 133 km (82 miles), or 72 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Takaroa and Ahe, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. | 40 min | 36 min – 44 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 40 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 39 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Takaroa and Ahe 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Takaroa, French Polynesia: Takaroa Airport.
Ahe, French Polynesia: Ahe Airport.
| Takaroa Airport | Ahe Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTKR / TKX | NTHE / AHE |
| Longest hard runway | 3,452 ft | 4,068 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 13 ft | 11 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 3,452 ft at Takaroa Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 1,952 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,633 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 1,452 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,533 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 252 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,013 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 552 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,243 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 452 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,733 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 1,952 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,813 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,252 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,313 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 48 ft short |
3,700 km 3,533 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 174 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,483 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 748 ft short |
3,900 km 3,733 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,124 ft short |
4,600 km 4,433 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,478 ft short |
5,926 km 5,759 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,448 ft short |
6,400 km 6,233 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,240 ft short |
7,220 km 7,053 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,988 ft short |
7,400 km 7,233 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,848 ft short |
7,800 km 7,633 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,338 ft short |
7,400 km 7,233 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,548 ft short |
14,260 km 14,093 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,348 ft short |
11,112 km 10,945 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,548 ft short |
12,960 km 12,793 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,348 ft short |
11,945 km 11,778 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Takapoto Airport (3,018 ft, 37 km) · Manihi Airport (3,051 ft, 20 km)
Those 40 min are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Takaroa and Ahe.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Takaroa–Ahe, confirmed once we check live availability.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Demand on Takaroa–Ahe comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
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 40 min gate to gate over 133 km (82 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Takaroa–Ahe departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Takaroa–Ahe 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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