Private charter between Tamworth and Brisbane starts at US$8,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Tamworth (TMW) to Brisbane () and Brisbane to Tamworth — timed and priced alike.
Tamworth and Brisbane lie approximately 442 km apart (275 mi / 239 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Tamworth–Brisbane spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | A$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | A$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 17m | 1h 09m – 1h 25m | A$12,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 01m | A$15,000 – A$21,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 59 min | A$16,000 – A$23,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 58 min | A$18,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 58 min | A$17,000 – A$24,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 57 min | A$18,000 – A$26,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 55 min | A$20,000 – A$28,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 17m | A$12,000 – A$17,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 13m | A$14,000 – A$18,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Tamworth–Brisbane 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. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Tamworth, Australia: Tamworth Airport and Gunnedah Airport.
Brisbane, Australia: Brisbane International Airport and RAAF Base Amberley.
Observed traffic makes this an end-of-week route — Friday departures dominate: departures cluster on Fri, most often around 20:00 UTC.
Brisbane→Tamworth runs about 8 minutes longer, which is the prevailing wind rather than the distance.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamworth → Brisbane | 16 | 53 min | 40 min | Cessna Citation Mustang (7), Cessna CitationJet (2) |
| Brisbane → Tamworth | 14 | 61 min | — | Cessna Citation Mustang (7) |
30 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
30 business-aviation flights were tracked between Tamworth and Brisbane from 17 August 2025 to 16 August 2026 – about 0.6 a week, on 27 separate days.
83% were jets and 17% turboprops. 16 flights set out from the Tamworth side and 14 from the Brisbane side.
Busiest full month: September 2025 (5 flights). The first and last bars (lighter) are part-months.
Wednesday is the busiest day for this route. Days are by departure date (UTC).
| City | Airfields used (tracked flights) |
|---|---|
| Tamworth | Tamworth Airport (TMW) – 30 flights |
| Brisbane | Brisbane Archerfield Airport – 26 flights; Brisbane International Airport (BNE) – 4 flights |
Source: open ADS-B network (adsb.lol), 17 August 2025 to 16 August 2026. These are tracked business-aviation movements – a floor, not a census: flights without an active transponder are not seen, and not every flight is a charter.
| Tamworth Airport | Brisbane Archerfield Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YSTW / TMW | YBAF |
| Longest hard runway | 7,218 ft | 4,859 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,334 ft | 63 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,859 ft at Brisbane Archerfield Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,359 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,247 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,859 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,147 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,659 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,627 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,959 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,857 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,859 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,347 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,359 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,427 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,659 ft spare |
1,480 km 927 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,359 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,147 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,581 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,097 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 659 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,347 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 717 ft short |
4,600 km 4,047 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 71 ft short |
5,926 km 5,373 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 41 ft short |
6,400 km 5,847 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 167 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,667 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 581 ft short |
7,400 km 6,847 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 441 ft short |
7,800 km 7,247 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 69 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,847 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,141 ft short |
14,260 km 13,707 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 941 ft short |
11,112 km 10,559 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,141 ft short |
12,960 km 12,407 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 59 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,392 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Gunnedah Airport (5,400 ft, 58 km) · Goonoo Goonoo Airport · Woolomin Airport · Quirindi Airport (3,629 ft, 56 km) · RAAF Base Amberley (9,997 ft, 49 km) · Brisbane Archerfield Airport (4,859 ft, 24 km) · Redcliffe Airport · Caboolture Airport
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Travel Tamworth–Brisbane with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
The Tamworth to Brisbane 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 very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 01m gate to gate over 442 km (275 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Tamworth–Brisbane charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Tamworth–Brisbane charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Brisbane to Tamworth runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
Between 17 August 2025 and 16 August 2026 we tracked 30 business-aviation flights between Tamworth and Brisbane – about 0.6 a week, flown on 27 different days. Wednesday was the busiest day of the week and September 2025 the busiest full month (5 flights). Tracking uses the open ADS-B network, so the true figure is somewhat higher.
Tracked flights used Tamworth Airport (TMW) – 30 flights on the Tamworth side, and Brisbane Archerfield Airport – 26 flights; Brisbane International Airport (BNE) – 4 flights on the Brisbane side.
83% of the tracked flights were jets and 17% were turboprops. The most frequently seen aircraft was the Cessna Citation Mustang.
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