Private Jet Charter Townsville to Cairns

Fly privately from Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV) to Cairns International Airport (CNS), a 285 km (154 nm) flight, from 1h 05m in the fastest private jet. Estimated charter prices start around $2,100 all-in.

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Aircraft Options

Which private jet is right for Townsville to Cairns?

Very Light JetsNon-stop
Seats
5-6
Flight
53m
From
$3,300
e.g. Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-10
Flight
48m
From
$3,400
e.g. Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
8-9
Flight
48m
From
$6,000
e.g. Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-12
Flight
47m
From
$11,600
e.g. Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy JetsNon-stop
Seats
9-16
Flight
47m
From
$12,000
e.g. Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long RangeNon-stop
Seats
15-19
Flight
45m
From
$22,400
e.g. Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
TurbopropsNon-stop
Seats
7-8
Flight
1h 05m
From
$2,100
e.g. Beechcraft King Air B200 · Pilatus PC-12 NGX

Category	Passengers	Flight Time	Routing	Est. Price	Typical Aircraft
Very Light Jets	5-6	53m	Non-stop	≈ $3,300	Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420
Light Jets	8-10	48m	Non-stop	≈ $3,400	Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2
Midsize Jets	8-9	48m	Non-stop	≈ $6,000	Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP
Super Midsize Jets	9-12	47m	Non-stop	≈ $11,600	Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200
Heavy Jets	9-16	47m	Non-stop	≈ $12,000	Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500
Ultra Long Range	15-19	45m	Non-stop	≈ $22,400	Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER
Turboprops	7-8	1h 05m	Non-stop	≈ $2,100	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.

From our fleet

Aircraft that fly Townsville to Cairns non-stop

115 of the 115 aircraft on JetsFly fly this 285 km route without a fuel stop. Prices are averages for the one-way flight, including crew, airport fees and taxes.

Piper PA-31 Chieftain

Turboprops

7 seats 1h 14m

about $2,100 one way

Cirrus Vision Jet SF50

Very Light Jets

6 seats 1h 00m

about $3,300 one way

Cessna Citation I/SP

Light Jets

5 seats 55m

about $3,400 one way

Rockwell Sabreliner 60

Midsize Jets

7 seats 47m

about $6,000 one way

Hawker 4000

Super Midsize Jets

8 seats 47m

about $11,600 one way

Gulfstream II

Heavy Jets

12 seats 48m

about $12,000 one way

Townsville to Cairns in local time

Take off from Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV) at 10:00 local time in a Bombardier Global 8000 and you land at Cairns International Airport (CNS) at about 10:43 local time, after 43m in the air. Cairns is on the same time as Townsville.

Return flight: Cairns to Townsville

Empty legs near this route

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Our read of the market for Townsville to Cairns on your date.

Your date

My dates are flexible

Fly Tue 20 Oct instead

Moving your flight to Tue 20 Oct should cost about 4% less.

From, on Thu 22 Oct: $3,400
Empty legs, past year: 2

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True cost

Private jet vs business class

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

Travellers

Your time is worth

Private jet

$830

per person · Cirrus Vision Jet SF50

1h 30m door to door

Business class

$650

per person · typical flexible fare

3h 52m door to door

You save 2h 22m each, 9h 27m for the group. Counting your time, the jet comes out cheaper by $180 per person.

Worth it from 4 travellers.

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.

Cost

How much does a private jet from Townsville to Cairns cost?

$2,100 – $22,400

one way, whole aircraft, all-in estimate

For the 285 km journey, the price depends on aircraft size and availability.
Very 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 Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville's private terminal 15 minutes before take-off, not hours.
Land at Cairns International Airport, closer to where you are going.
Fly when you want: your schedule decides, not the airline's.

DepartureTownsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (TSV)Townsville, Australia ArrivalCairns International Airport (CNS)Cairns, Australia

Fastest flight time: 1h 05mUp to 19 passengers

Townsville to Cairns, Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private jet from Townsville to Cairns cost?

Estimated charter prices for the 285 km flight from Townsville (TSV) to Cairns (CNS) range from about $2,100 in the turboprops category to around $22,400 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 Townsville to Cairns by private jet?

Flight time depends on the aircraft: expect around 1h 05m in the fastest category. Private terminals also save 1-2 hours versus airline check-in.

Which private jets can fly Townsville to Cairns non-stop?

Very Light Jets, Light Jets, Midsize Jets, Super Midsize Jets, Heavy Jets, Ultra Long Range, Turboprops can typically fly this 285 km route non-stop. Typical aircraft include Cirrus Vision Jet SF50, HondaJet HA-420, Embraer Phenom 100EV.

Can I book an empty leg from Townsville to Cairns?

Empty leg flights occasionally become available on popular routings and can save up to 75%. Check our empty legs page or request a quote and we'll alert you when one matches your route.