Fly private between Vardø and Vadsø from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Vardø (VAW) to Vadsø (KKN) and Vadsø to Vardø — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Vardø to Vadsø is roughly 83 kilometres — 51 miles, or 45 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Vardø and Vadsø, 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (NOK) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 31 min | 28 min – 34 min | kr84,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NOK) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 31 min | kr84,000 – kr120,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 30 min | kr95,000 – kr130,000 (~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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Vardø–Vadsø quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Vardø, Norway: Vardø Airport, Svartnes.
Vadsø, Norway: Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen.
| Vardø Airport, Svartnes | Kirkenes Airport, Høybuktmoen | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | ENSS / VAW | ENKR / KKN |
| Longest hard runway | 3,707 ft | 6,939 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 42 ft | 283 ft |
| Distance from city | in the city | 38 km |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 3,707 ft at Vardø Airport, Svartnes, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,207 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,696 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 1,707 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,596 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 507 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,076 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 807 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,306 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 707 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,796 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,207 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,876 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,507 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,376 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 207 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,596 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 429 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,546 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 493 ft short |
3,900 km 3,796 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,869 ft short |
4,600 km 4,496 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,223 ft short |
5,926 km 5,822 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,193 ft short |
6,400 km 6,296 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 985 ft short |
7,220 km 7,116 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,733 ft short |
7,400 km 7,296 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,593 ft short |
7,800 km 7,696 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,083 ft short |
7,400 km 7,296 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,293 ft short |
14,260 km 14,156 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,093 ft short |
11,112 km 11,008 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,293 ft short |
12,960 km 12,856 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,093 ft short |
11,945 km 11,841 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Vadsø Airport (3,278 ft, 56 km) · Båtsfjord Airport (3,281 ft, 57 km) · Vadsø Airport (3,278 ft, 0 km) · Vardø Airport, Svartnes (3,707 ft, 56 km) · Båtsfjord Airport (3,281 ft, 60 km) · Tana Bru Heliport
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
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 Vardø–Vadsø when the time is right.
The Vardø to Vadsø 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 turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 31 min gate to gate over 83 km (51 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 Vardø–Vadsø departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Vardø–Vadsø charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Vadsø to Vardø runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
