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Private Jet Charter Wanaka (WKA) to Melbourne (MEL)

Fly privately from Wanaka Airport (WKA) to Melbourne Airport (MEL), a 2,177 km (1,175 nm) flight, from 2h 51m in the fastest private jet. Estimated charter prices start around $12,900 all-in.

Distance
2,177 km
Fastest
2h 51m
From
$12,900
Non-stop sizes
6
From
To
Departure
Passengers

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Which private jet is right for Wanaka to Melbourne?

  • Very Light JetsFuel stop
    Seats
    5-6
    Flight
    5h 02m
    Est. price
    $18,300

    e.g. Cirrus Vision Jet SF50 · HondaJet HA-420

  • Light JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    8-10
    Flight
    3h 30m
    Est. price
    $16,500

    e.g. Cessna Citation CJ3+ · Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2

  • Midsize JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    8-9
    Flight
    3h 26m
    Est. price
    $20,900

    e.g. Hawker 800XP · Hawker 850XP

  • Super Midsize JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    9-12
    Flight
    3h 22m
    Est. price
    $33,200

    e.g. Bombardier Challenger 3500 · Gulfstream G200

  • Heavy JetsNon-stop
    Seats
    9-16
    Flight
    3h 16m
    Est. price
    $31,000

    e.g. Gulfstream G450 · Gulfstream G500

  • Ultra Long RangeNon-stop
    Seats
    15-19
    Flight
    3h 04m
    Est. price
    $45,900

    e.g. Gulfstream G600 · Gulfstream G650ER

  • TurbopropsNon-stop
    Seats
    7-8
    Flight
    5h 37m
    Est. price
    $12,900

    e.g. 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 Wanaka to Melbourne non-stop

102 of the 117 aircraft on JetsFly fly this 2,177 km route without a fuel stop. Prices are averages for the one-way flight, including crew, airport fees and taxes.
Epic E1000 exteriorTurboprops

Epic E1000

Epic Aircraft

Pax
5
Time
4h 33m

about $18,200one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Cessna Citation II/SP exteriorLight

Cessna Citation II/SP

Cessna

Pax
7
Time
4h 06m

about $20,500one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

HondaJet HA-420 exteriorVery Light

HondaJet HA-420

Honda Aircraft Company

Pax
6
Time
3h 41m

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

Rockwell Sabreliner 60 exteriorMidsize

Rockwell Sabreliner 60

Rockwell

Pax
7
Time
3h 23m

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

Cessna Citation X+ exteriorHeavy

Cessna Citation X+

Cessna

Pax
9
Time
3h 02m

about $38,300one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Hawker 4000 exteriorSuper Midsize

Hawker 4000

Hawker Beechcraft

Pax
8
Time
3h 21m

about $41,900one way, average price for the whole aircraft, including fees

Wanaka to Melbourne in local time

Take off from Wanaka Airport (WKA) at 10:00 local time in a Bombardier Global 8000 and you land at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at about 10:51 local time, after 2h 51m in the air. Melbourne is 2 hours behind Wanaka.

Return flight: Melbourne to Wanaka

Empty legs near this route

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Wanaka to Melbourne price through the year

Average one-way estimate for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain) each month. Cheapest in May at about $12,100; December is the dearest at about $14,500.
  1. Dec: about $14,500
  2. Jan: about $14,200
  3. Feb: about $14,000
  4. Mar: about $12,800
  5. Apr: about $12,800
  6. May: about $12,100
  7. Jun: about $12,100
  8. Jul: about $12,800
  9. Aug: about $12,800
  10. Sept: about $12,800
  11. Oct: about $12,800

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.

Private jet traffic at Wanaka and Melbourne

Private jets our live tracking counted on the ground at each airport in the last 30 days, and the other airports they use nearby.

Departure

No jets counted at WKA in the last 30 days (tracking coverage is thin in some regions).

Other private-jet airports near Wanaka

Arrival

68private jets at Melbourne Airport

Busiest on Wednesdays (22% of the week's jets): book early for those days.

Other private-jet airports near Melbourne

From the ADS-B feed behind our live jet map: each jet counted once per airport per day. No registrations or owners are stored. Coverage is best in North America and Europe.

Book now or wait?

Our read of the market for Wanaka to Melbourne on your date.

Fly Tue 24 Nov instead

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

From, on Mon 23 Nov
$20,500
Empty legs, past year
0
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Private jet vs business class

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

Travellers

4

Private jet

$5,130

per person · Cessna Citation II/SP

4h 36m door to door

Business class

$1,800

per person · typical flexible fare

6h 17m door to door

You save 1h 41m each, 6h 44m for the group. The jet costs $3,070 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 Wanaka to Melbourne cost?

$12,900 – $56,100

one way, whole aircraft, all-in estimate

  • Return trip from about $23,700 (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 Wanaka Airport's private terminal 15 minutes before take-off, not hours.
  • Land at Melbourne Airport, closer to where you are going.
  • Fly when you want: your schedule decides, not the airline's.
DepartureWanaka Airport (WKA)Wanaka, New ZealandArrivalMelbourne Airport (MEL)Melbourne, Australia
Fastest flight time: 2h 51mUp to 19 passengers

Wanaka to Melbourne, Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private jet from Wanaka to Melbourne cost?
Estimated charter prices for the 2,177 km flight from Wanaka (WKA) to Melbourne (MEL) range from about $12,900 in the turboprops category to around $56,100 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 Wanaka to Melbourne by private jet?
Flight time depends on the aircraft: expect around 2h 51m 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 Wanaka to Melbourne non-stop?
Light Jets, Midsize Jets, Super Midsize Jets, Heavy Jets, Ultra Long Range, Turboprops can typically fly this 2,177 km route non-stop. Typical aircraft include Cessna Citation CJ3+, Cessna Citation CJ4 Gen2, Cessna Citation XLS+.
Can I book an empty leg from Wanaka to Melbourne?
Right now our empty-leg board has 3 flights leaving the Wanaka area and 0 arriving in the Melbourne area. 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 Wanaka to Melbourne?
About $23,700 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 Wanaka to Melbourne?
On our booking engine's estimates for the cheapest aircraft (Piper PA-31 Chieftain), May averages about $12,100 and December about $14,500. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are usually cheaper than Fridays and Sundays, and booking more than two weeks ahead avoids last-minute prices.
Which airport do private jets use most near Melbourne?
In the last 30 days our live tracking counted the most private jets at Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB): 327, 9 km from MEL. We quote the airport that suits you best; tell us where you are going in Melbourne.

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Aircraft for Wanaka to Melbourne

These jets can fly the 2,177 km non-stop. Open one for photos, cabin size and an estimated hourly rate.

Hawker 400XP2,570 km rangeHondaJet HA-4202,660 km rangeBeechcraft King Air B2002,926 km rangeHawker 850XP4,630 km rangeEmbraer Legacy 6005,920 km rangeBombardier Challenger 35005,926 km range

Compare them on the private jet fleet page, or track charter prices and empty legs.

More private jet routes from Wanaka

Wanaka → Christchurch (CHC)296 kmWanaka → Wellington (WLG)589 kmWanaka → Auckland (AKL)975 kmWanaka → Hobart (HBA)1,752 kmWanaka → Sydney Mascot (SYD)1,955 kmWanaka → Sydney (WSI)1,990 kmWanaka → Williamtown (NTL)2,002 kmWanaka → Geelong/Melbourne (AVV)2,186 kmWanaka → Gold Coast (OOL)2,309 kmWanaka → Brisbane (BNE)2,403 kmWanaka → Toowoomba (WTB)2,458 kmWanaka → Maroochydore (MCY)2,479 km

More private jet routes to Melbourne

Merimbula (MIM) → Melbourne456 kmCanberra (CBR) → Melbourne470 kmLaunceston (LST) → Melbourne476 kmHobart (HBA) → Melbourne618 kmAdelaide (ADL) → Melbourne641 kmSydney Mascot (SYD) → Melbourne706 kmWilliamtown (NTL) → Melbourne835 kmGold Coast (OOL) → Melbourne1,330 kmBrisbane (BNE) → Melbourne1,381 km

More on both ends of this trip: private jet charter in Wanaka and private jet charter in Melbourne.

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