Private charter between Honiara and Suavanao starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Honiara (HIR) to Suavanao (VAO) and Suavanao to Honiara — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Honiara and Suavanao is about 251 km (156 miles), or 136 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Honiara to Suavanao (and Suavanao to Honiara) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$11,000 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 54 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 52 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Honiara, Solomon Islands: Honiara International Airport.
Suavanao, Solomon Islands: Suavanao Airport.
| Honiara International Airport | Suavanao Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AGGH / HIR | AGGV / VAO |
| Longest hard runway | 7,218 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | Sand grass |
| Field elevation | 28 ft | 20 ft |
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 5,718 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,486 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 5,218 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,386 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,018 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,866 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 4,318 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,096 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 4,218 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,586 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 5,718 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,666 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 6,018 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,166 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 3,718 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,386 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,940 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,336 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,018 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,586 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,642 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,286 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,288 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,612 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,318 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,086 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,526 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,906 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,778 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,086 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,918 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,486 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,428 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,086 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,218 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,946 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,418 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,798 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,218 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,646 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,418 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,631 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Avu Avu Airport · Babanakira Airport · Tulaghi Heliport · Isuna Heliport
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Honiara–Suavanao is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 54 min gate to gate over 251 km (156 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Honiara–Suavanao charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Suavanao to Honiara runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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