Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Melbourne ➔ Perth
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,050 km
Average flight time
~2h 30m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Melbourne and Perth aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Chartering privately between Essendon Fields (YMEN) and Perth Airport (YPPH) removes connections entirely: 2,706 km non-stop in 3h27. Departure handling is provided by ExecuJet Melbourne; the 3444 m arrival runway at Perth Airport drives aircraft selection. Onward helicopter transfer available to Margaret River.
Departure and arrival airports
Essendon Fields (YMEN)
Essendon Fields (YMEN / MEB) is a major business field at 37.73°S / 144.90°E, Australia. Runway: 1921 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: ExecuJet Melbourne. Helicopter link: Centre Melbourne / Mornington.
Perth Airport (YPPH)
On the arrival side, Perth Airport (YPPH) serves Perth from 31.94°S / 115.97°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Jet Base Perth; 3444 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Margaret River.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,706 km · 1,461 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h27
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Melbourne — Essendon Fields (YMEN / MEB)
- Arrival FBO
- Jet Base Perth — Perth Airport (YPPH / PER)
- Departure runway
- 1921 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Arrival runway
- 3444 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Margaret River
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Melbourne to Perth?
About 3h27 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,706 km great-circle between YMEN and YPPH.
Which aircraft suits Melbourne → Perth?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3444 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Essendon Fields?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Melbourne.
What about customs and formalities?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.