Private Jet Charter Buka Island (BUA) to South Tarawa (TRW)

Fly privately from Buka Airport (BUA) to Bonriki International Airport (TRW), a 2,187 km (1,181 nm) flight, from 2h 52m in the fastest private jet. Estimated charter prices start around $13,000 all-in.

Distance: 2,187 km
Fastest: 2h 52m
From: $13,000
Non-stop sizes: 6

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Which private jet is right for Buka Island to South Tarawa?

Very Light JetsFuel stop
Seats
5-6
Flight
5h 03m
Est. price
$18,300
e.g. Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-10
Flight
3h 31m
Est. price
$16,500
e.g. Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-9
Flight
3h 27m
Est. price
$20,900
e.g. Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-12
Flight
3h 23m
Est. price
$33,300
e.g. Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-16
Flight
3h 17m
Est. price
$31,100
e.g. Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long RangeNon-stop
Seats
15-19
Flight
3h 05m
Est. price
$46,000
e.g. Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
TurbopropsNon-stop
Seats
7-8
Flight
5h 39m
Est. price
$13,000
e.g. Beechcraft King Air B200 · Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Category	Passengers	Flight Time	Routing	Est. Price	Typical Aircraft
Very Light Jets	5-6	5h 03m	Fuel stop	$18,300$13,600 – $23,000	Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light Jets	8-10	3h 31m	Non-stop	$16,500$12,400 – $20,600	Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize Jets	8-9	3h 27m	Non-stop	$20,900$14,800 – $27,000	Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize Jets	9-12	3h 23m	Non-stop	$33,300$24,500 – $42,000	Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy Jets	9-16	3h 17m	Non-stop	$31,100$23,800 – $38,400	Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long Range	15-19	3h 05m	Non-stop	$46,000$35,800 – $56,200	Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
Turboprops	7-8	5h 39m	Non-stop	$13,000$10,900 – $15,100	Beechcraft King Air B200 · Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Prices are all-in market estimates (crew, pilots, standard fees). Final price on request, tailored to your dates and aircraft.

Aircraft that fly Buka Island to South Tarawa non-stop

101 of the 117 aircraft on JetsFly fly this 2,187 km route without a fuel stop. Prices are averages for the one-way flight, including crew, airport fees and taxes.

Turboprops

Epic E1000

Epic Aircraft

Pax: 5
Time: 4h 34m
Range: 3,056km

about $18,300one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Light

Mitsubishi MU-300 Diamond

Mitsubishi

Pax: 8
Time: 3h 42m
Range: 2,880km

about $20,600one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Very Light

HondaJet HA-420

Honda Aircraft Company

Pax: 6
Time: 3h 41m
Range: 2,660km

about $24,200one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Midsize

Rockwell Sabreliner 60

Rockwell

Pax: 7
Time: 3h 24m
Range: 3,150km

about $27,000one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Heavy

Cessna Citation X+

Cessna

Pax: 9
Time: 3h 03m
Range: 6,300km

about $38,400one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Super Midsize

Hawker 4000

Hawker Beechcraft

Pax: 8
Time: 3h 21m
Range: 6,075km

about $42,000one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Buka Island to South Tarawa in local time

Take off from Buka Airport (BUA) at 10:00 local time in a Bombardier Global 8000 and you land at Bonriki International Airport (TRW) at about 13:52 local time, after 2h 52m in the air. South Tarawa is 1 hour ahead of Buka Island.

Return flight: South Tarawa to Buka Island

Empty legs near this route

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Buka Island to South Tarawa price through the year

Average one-way estimate for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain) each month. Cheapest in February at about $12,100; July is the dearest at about $14,100.

$14kDec: about $13,900
$13kJan: about $12,500
$12kFeb: about $12,100
$13kMar: about $12,900
$13kApr: about $12,900
$13kMay: about $12,900
$14kJun: about $14,000
$14kJul: about $14,100
$14kAug: about $14,000
$13kSept: about $12,900
$13kOct: about $12,900

From our booking engine (the prices /book shows): busier seasons, weekends and big events cost more; Tuesdays and Wednesdays and booking more than two weeks ahead cost less. Whole aircraft, taxes included; not a quote.

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Our read of the market for Buka Island to South Tarawa on your date.

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Moving your flight to Tue 24 Nov should cost about 4% less.

From, on Mon 23 Nov: $19,350
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Private jet vs business class

Per person, with the hours you save door to door.

Travellers

Your time is worth

Private jet

$5,150

per person · Mitsubishi MU-300 Diamond

4h 12m door to door

Business class

$1,800

per person · typical flexible fare

6h 18m door to door

You save 2h 6m each, 8h 25m for the group. The jet costs $3,030 more per person, after your time saved.

Jet: our average one-way price for the cheapest jet that seats your group. Airline: typical business fare for the distance, plus about 3 hours at airports.

How much does a private jet from Buka Island to South Tarawa cost?

$13,000 – $56,200

one way, whole aircraft, all-in estimate

Return trip from about $23,800 (Piper PA-31 Chieftain, back another day): less than two one-way flights.
Light Jets and larger fly the route non-stop.
Empty legs on this routing can cut costs by up to 75% when the timing aligns.

Why fly this route privately?

Arrive at Buka Airport's private terminal 15 minutes before take-off, not hours.
Land at Bonriki International Airport, closer to where you are going.
Fly when you want: your schedule decides, not the airline's.

DepartureBuka Airport (BUA)Buka Island, Papua New Guinea ArrivalBonriki International Airport (TRW)South Tarawa, Kiribati

Fastest flight time: 2h 52mUp to 19 passengers

Buka Island to South Tarawa, Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private jet from Buka Island to South Tarawa cost?

Estimated charter prices for the 2,187 km flight from Buka Island (BUA) to South Tarawa (TRW) range from about $13,000 in the turboprops category to around $56,200 for ultra long range, all-in including crew and standard fees. Request a formal quote for an exact price for your dates.

How long is the flight from Buka Island to South Tarawa by private jet?

Flight time depends on the aircraft: expect around 2h 52m in the fastest category, while smaller aircraft may need a fuel stop. Private terminals also save 1-2 hours versus airline check-in.

Which private jets can fly Buka Island to South Tarawa non-stop?

Light Jets, Midsize Jets, Super Midsize Jets, Heavy Jets, Ultra Long Range, Turboprops can typically fly this 2,187 km route non-stop. Typical aircraft include Cessna Citation CJ3+, Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2, Cessna Citation XLS+.

Can I book an empty leg from Buka Island to South Tarawa?

Empty legs are one-way flights an aircraft makes anyway, sold below a normal charter when the timing fits. Check our empty legs page, or set a price alert and we e-mail you when one matches your route.

How much is a return private jet from Buka Island to South Tarawa?

About $23,800 for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain), out and back on different days, whole aircraft, taxes and fees included. A return usually costs less than two one-way flights because the aircraft is flown in and home once. Crew nights away add to it when you stay longer.

When is the cheapest time to fly private from Buka Island to South Tarawa?

On our booking engine's estimates for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain), February averages about $12,100 and July about $14,100. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are usually cheaper than Fridays and Sundays, and booking more than two weeks ahead avoids last-minute prices.

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Aircraft for Buka Island to South Tarawa

These jets can fly the 2,187 km non-stop. Open one for photos, cabin size and an estimated hourly rate.

HondaJet HA-4202,660 km range Beechcraft King Air B2002,926 km range Nextant 400XTi3,480 km range Hawker 850XP4,630 km range Embraer Legacy 6005,920 km range Bombardier Challenger 35005,926 km range

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