charter FLIGHT

Commerical  Charter flight

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What if your business trip starts the minute the plane touches down? With a charter flight, you can do just that. You will arrive feeling refreshed, not rushed. Charter flights are just perfect for business trips. Transferring trades-people into remote communities and stations is a key part of our operation. We support many businesses across the Top End in their delivery of essential services to some of the most isolated parts of the country.

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FIFO charter flight

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Chartair works with many mining and resources companies throughout the Northern Territory and Central Australia in areas such as:

  • Crew changes
  • VIP transport of senior managers
  • Support of key customer and other essential services flights
  • Movement of time critical spare parts
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    With a large, varied fleet conveniently located to mine sites, Chartair is able to respond swiftly to almost any request.


    As part of the governance for operating within this sector, Chartair is regularly audited by resources companies to ensure the highest standards of safety and compliance.

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FREIGHT transport

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Whether it is a critical component to ensure an operation continues to function or restocking a remote station, Chartair can satisfy most of your freight needs throughout the Top End. Our aircraft can quickly be reconfigured to provide you all the space you need to optimise the cost of chartering.

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PRIVATE air CHARTERS

East Arhem Land fishing destination at Bawaka

A family from Europe travel to a different part of the world each year to visit wildlife sanctuaries. Chartair carried them from Darwin across to The Kimberley in WA and all the way down the west coast to Perth.

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    With total control of the aircraft, the family were able to amend their itinerary whenever they pleased to ensure their holiday was the best ever. 


    With bases in Darwin, Alice Springs and Katherine, Chartair is well located for you to explore the iconic tourist sites that make Australia, well, unique.

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MEDIcal flights

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Medical evacuations (or medivac) are seldom pleasurable, but aero medical flights are often essential. Chartair has the range of aircraft, skills and expertise to safely transfer you or your loved ones just about anywhere in the country at times of medical emergency. In conjunction with our sister-company, Sydney-based AirMed, we will work out the most cost-effective and efficient solution for those long-distance transfers.

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    Chartair currently undertakes a number of medical operations on behalf of NT Health - non-emergency patient transport either by charter or on scheduled services from remote locations to primary health care facilities in Alice Springs or Darwin; movement of medical staff to and from clinics in Indigenous communities; and, support for Careflight during periods of extended maintenance on their own aircraft.

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other charter services

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  • Aerial Spotting
  • Aerial Photography
  • Aerial Surveying
  • Scenic Flights
  • Fishing and Luxury Wilderness Lodge Transfers
  • Dangerous Goods Transport


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Why Charter with Chartair?

There are many benefits of chartering an aircraft for your exclusive use, subject to regulatory limits of course, including:


  • You decide where and when you go
  • You control who and what goes onboard
  • You can tailor the itinerary to suit your schedule
  • You can choose from a variety of aircraft to ensure the right equipment is matched to the job
  • You generally depart and arrive at private facilities, avoiding the crowds and ensuring faster security processing
  • Your discretion is assured at all times


Chartair is the leading air charter operator in the Northern Territory with a very large fleet, private VIP facilities at our main bases and a network across the country to ensure a smooth delivery of whatever you might need.


Servicing some of the most remote and amazing locations throughout the Northern Territory and Far North Queensland, Chartair is trusted and is a major supplier to Federal, State Governments, and mineral and resources companies in the Northern Territory and Central Australia.

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FREQUENT ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT CHARTER AIR SERVICE

  • How do I make a booking?

    There are several ways to make a reservation with Chartair.

    For Charter Flight Enquires, you can fill an online form, and our friendly Operations team will respond with a quote within 24 hours. 

    To make a booking you can call or send an email to confirm after you have received a quote. 

    You can call our team on 1300 790 800 or email reservations@chartair.com.au

  • How does the charter process work?

    After your initial enquiry, our team will send you a selection of quotes to choose from. Each quotation will have a clear breakdown of aircraft and airports. Our operations team will book the private plane and send you the flight details if you wish to go ahead. This includes check-in time and other important information related to your charter flight.

    If you have any further enquiries, you may respond to the same email or call 1300 790 800


  • How much luggage can I take with me on charter flights

    We will let you know how much the hold (payload) can take on your chosen aircraft, and you will be able to upgrade if you feel more space is needed. Usually, you would be able to take more luggage with you on a charter flight than on a scheduled service flight.

  • When do I need to check in before my charter flight?

    Check-in time is strictly no later than 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.

  • Can I change my itinerary online?

    No, unfortunately, charter services cannot be changed online. Please contact the office to make any changes to your booking, preferably via email flightops@chartair.com.au. Changes to your Itinerary may incur a change fee.

  • Can I change the passenger’s name on the booking?

    Yes, you may change the passenger’s name. Please contact the office to make any changes to your booking, preferably via email flightops@chartair.com.au. Names of all passengers on a charter flight must be confirmed the day before departure.

  • Any important information before my charter flight?

    Please refer to the page Before Your Flight


  • Do I need permits to travel to certain communities in the NT?

    For Tiwi Islands, you will need to contact the Tiwi Land Council.

    For Arnhem Land, please get in touch with Northern Land Council. 

  • Can I have someone else book a charter flight for me?

    Yes, your travel agent may contact us to book on your behalf.

  • When and with which payment methods should I pay for my flights

    You are required to pay for your flight before departure. You will be requested to provide a credit card at the time of booking. A deposit can be paid to hold the booking if booked in advance. All charters for non-invoice customers must be paid in full 48 hours before departure.

    Chartair accepts major credit cards: Mastercard and Visa (1.5 % surcharge). We also accept cheques, cash, basic cards and EFT. However, we do not accept Diners or AMEX.

  • Cancellation

    If you wish to cancel your booking, please refer to our Terms & Conditions

  • What if I miss my flight?

    If you are travelling on a charter flight, the scheduled flight time is your departure time. If you need to change your departure time, please contact your travel organiser. 

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