Charter Antigua to Castries privately from US$8,000, about 1h 07m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Antigua (ANU) to Castries (SLU) and Castries to Antigua — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Antigua to Castries is roughly 357 kilometres — 222 miles, or 193 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Antigua–Castries spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 07m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 04m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 54 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Antigua–Castries charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda: V. C. Bird International Airport and Burton-Nibbs International Airport.
Castries, Saint Lucia: George F. L. Charles Airport, Hewanorra International Airport and Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport.
| V. C. Bird International Airport | George F. L. Charles Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | TAPA / ANU | TLPC / SLU |
| Longest hard runway | 9,003 ft | 5,735 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 62 ft | 22 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,235 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,353 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,735 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,253 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,535 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,733 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,835 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,735 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,453 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,235 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,533 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,535 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,033 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,235 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,253 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,457 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,203 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,535 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,453 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 159 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,153 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 805 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,479 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 835 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,953 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,043 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,773 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 295 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,953 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 435 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,353 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 945 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,953 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 265 ft short |
14,260 km 13,813 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 65 ft short |
11,112 km 10,665 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 265 ft short |
12,960 km 12,513 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 935 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,498 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Burton-Nibbs International Airport (6,100 ft, 54 km) · John A. Osborne Airport (1,968 ft, 57 km) · Fort Road Heliport · Orange Valley Heliport · Hewanorra International Airport (9,003 ft, 32 km) · Martinique Aimé Césaire International Airport (9,843 ft, 63 km)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide pricing on Antigua–Castries is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Antigua–Castries is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 07m gate to gate over 357 km (222 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Antigua–Castries 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: Castries to Antigua runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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