Private charter between Terrace and Smithers starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Terrace (YXT) to Smithers (YYD) and Smithers to Terrace — timed and priced alike.
Terrace and Smithers lie approximately 98 km apart (61 mi / 53 nm) on a direct routing.
From C$11,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Terrace to Smithers (and Smithers to Terrace) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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 (CAD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 36 min | 32 min – 40 min | C$11,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 32 min | 29 min – 35 min | C$13,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 36 min | C$11,000 – C$15,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 35 min | C$12,000 – C$16,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (CAD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 32 min | C$13,000 – C$18,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 32 min | C$14,000 – C$20,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 32 min | C$16,000 – C$22,000 (~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.
The guide range for Terrace–Smithers is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Terrace, Canada: Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat.
Smithers, Canada: Smithers Airport.
| Northwest Regional Airport Terrace-Kitimat | Smithers Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | CYXT / YXT | CYYD / YYD |
| Longest hard runway | 7,497 ft | 5,000 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 713 ft | 1,712 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,500 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,677 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,000 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,577 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,800 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,057 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,100 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,287 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,000 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,777 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,500 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,857 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,800 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,357 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,500 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,577 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,722 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,527 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 800 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,777 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 576 ft short |
4,600 km 4,477 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 70 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,803 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 100 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,277 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 308 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,097 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 440 ft short |
7,400 km 7,277 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 300 ft short |
7,800 km 7,677 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 210 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,277 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,000 ft short |
14,260 km 14,137 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 800 ft short |
11,112 km 10,989 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,000 ft short |
12,960 km 12,837 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 200 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,822 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Kitimat Airport · Minette Bay Water Aerodrome · Houston Airport (3,900 ft, 50 km) · Smithers/Tyhee Lake Seaplane Base · Smithers (Canadian) Heliport
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Terrace–Smithers when the time is right.
Those 36 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 Terrace and Smithers.
Terrace–Smithers is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
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.
Roughly 36 min gate to gate across the 98 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Terrace–Smithers 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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