Fly private between Bissau and Praia, Santiago Island from US$11,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Bissau (OXB) to Praia, Santiago Island (RAI) and Praia, Santiago Island to Bissau — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Bissau to Praia, Santiago Island is roughly 912 kilometres — 567 miles, or 493 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Bissau to Praia, Santiago Island (and Praia, Santiago Island to Bissau) ranges from US$11,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$31,500 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 32m | 1h 23m – 1h 41m | US$22,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 32m | US$22,500 – US$31,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 32m | US$25,000 – US$34,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 28m | US$27,000 – US$38,000 | 8-10 |
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.
The guide range for Bissau–Praia, Santiago Island is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules. 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:
Bissau, Guinea-Bissau: Osvaldo Vieira International Airport.
Praia, Santiago Island, Cape Verde: Nelson Mandela International Airport.
| Osvaldo Vieira International Airport | Nelson Mandela International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | GGOV / OXB | GVNP / RAI |
| Longest hard runway | 10,499 ft | 6,890 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 129 ft | 230 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Bissau to Praia, Santiago Island can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Nelson Mandela International Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,890 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 890 ft to spare. The leg is 912 km.
Alternates within range: Maio Airport (3,937 ft, 38 km)
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Bissau–Praia, Santiago Island quote requests within 60 minutes.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Bissau–Praia, Santiago Island sector leaves when you do.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Demand on Bissau–Praia, Santiago Island comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$11,000 – US$31,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 32m gate to gate over 912 km (567 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Bissau–Praia, Santiago Island 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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