Private charter between Uluru and Cairns starts at US$26,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Uluru (AYQ) to Cairns (CNS) and Cairns to Uluru — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Uluru and Cairns is about 1,788 km (1,111 miles), or 965 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Uluru–Cairns spans US$26,000 – US$70,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (AUD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 38m | 2h 22m – 2h 54m | A$57,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 27m | 2h 12m – 2h 42m | A$77,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 38m | A$57,000 – A$80,000 (~US$37,000 – US$52,000) | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 36m | A$62,000 – A$87,000 (~US$40,500 – US$57,000) | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 30m | A$68,000 – A$96,000 (~US$44,500 – US$62,500) | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (AUD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 27m | A$77,000 – A$110,000 (~US$50,500 – US$70,500) | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 27m | A$85,000 – A$120,000 (~US$55,500 – US$77,500) | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 30m | A$93,000 – A$130,000 (~US$60,500 – US$84,500) | 9-12 |
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 Uluru–Cairns 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Uluru, Australia: Ayers Rock Connellan Airport.
Cairns, Australia: Cairns International Airport.
| Ayers Rock Connellan Airport | Cairns International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | YAYE / AYQ | YBCS / CNS |
| Longest hard runway | 8,527 ft | 10,489 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,626 ft | 10 ft |
15 of the 16 aircraft we quote for Uluru to Cairns use both airfields and fly it non-stop. The exception is the Embraer Phenom 100EV, 55 km short after reserves on a 1,788 km leg — it would need a fuel stop. Ayers Rock Connellan Airport has 8,527 ft and Cairns International Airport 10,489 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are.
Alternates within range: Mareeba Airport (4,938 ft, 41 km) · Atherton Airport · Yalkulka Airport · Green Island Helipad
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 Uluru–Cairns when the time is right.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 2h 38m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Uluru–Cairns is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$26,000 – US$70,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 38m gate to gate across the 1,788 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Uluru–Cairns 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: Cairns to Uluru runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
