Fly private between Durban and Harare from US$20,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Durban (DUR) to Harare (HRE) and Harare to Durban — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Durban to Harare is roughly 1,299 kilometres — 807 miles, or 701 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Durban–Harare spans US$20,500 – US$56,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 01m | 1h 49m – 2h 13m | US$29,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 54m | 1h 43m – 2h 05m | US$40,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 01m | US$29,000 – US$40,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 00m | US$32,000 – US$44,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 56m | US$35,000 – US$48,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 54m | US$40,000 – US$56,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 54m | US$44,000 – US$61,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 56m | US$48,000 – US$67,000 | 9-12 |
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 across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Durban, South Africa: King Shaka International Airport and Pietermaritzburg Airport.
Harare, Zimbabwe: Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport.
| King Shaka International Airport | Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FALE / DUR | FVRG / HRE |
| Longest hard runway | 12,139 ft | 15,502 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 295 ft | 4,887 ft |
All 16 aircraft we quote for Durban to Harare can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. King Shaka International Airport has 12,139 ft and Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport 15,502 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,299 km.
Alternates within range: Pietermaritzburg Airport (5,043 ft, 70 km) · Virginia Airport (3,035 ft, 18 km) · Intertherm Durban Heliport · Charles Prince Airport (3,937 ft, 27 km) · Marondera Airport (2,625 ft, 48 km)
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Durban to Harare.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Durban–Harare is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$20,500 – US$56,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 01m gate to gate over 1,299 km (807 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Durban–Harare departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Durban–Harare charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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