Private charter between Ua Huka and Ua Pou starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Ua Huka (UAH) ⇄ Ua Pou (NHV) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Ua Huka and Ua Pou is about 76 km (47 miles), or 41 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Ua Huka–Ua Pou spans US$8,000 – US$11,000: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) 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.
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. | 33 min | 30 min – 36 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 33 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 32 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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Ua Huka, French Polynesia: Ua Huka Airport.
Ua Pou, French Polynesia: Nuku Hiva Airport.
| Ua Huka Airport | Nuku Hiva Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NTMU / UAH | NTMD / NHV |
| Longest hard runway | 2,477 ft | 5,578 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 160 ft | 220 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 64 km |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 2,477 ft at Ua Huka Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 977 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,705 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 477 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,605 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 723 ft short |
2,180 km 2,085 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 423 ft short |
2,410 km 2,315 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 523 ft short |
2,900 km 2,805 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 977 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,885 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 1,277 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,385 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,023 ft short |
3,700 km 3,605 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 801 ft short |
3,650 km 3,555 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,723 ft short |
3,900 km 3,805 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 3,099 ft short |
4,600 km 4,505 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,453 ft short |
5,926 km 5,831 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,423 ft short |
6,400 km 6,305 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,215 ft short |
7,220 km 7,125 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,963 ft short |
7,400 km 7,305 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,823 ft short |
7,800 km 7,705 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,313 ft short |
7,400 km 7,305 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,523 ft short |
14,260 km 14,165 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,323 ft short |
11,112 km 11,017 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,523 ft short |
12,960 km 12,865 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,323 ft short |
11,945 km 11,850 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Ua Pou Airport (2,723 ft, 0 km)
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Ua Huka–Ua Pou when the time is right.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Ua Huka–Ua Pou trip to about 33 min gate to gate.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$11,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Ua Huka–Ua Pou is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 33 min gate to gate across the 76 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Ua Huka–Ua Pou charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Ua Huka–Ua Pou 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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