Very Light Jet
- Passengers4-6
- Flight time1h 11m
- Range2,180 km
- Guide priceUS$9,500 – US$13,500
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Charter Francistown to Johannesburg privately from US$9,500, about 1h 11m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Francistown (FRW) to Johannesburg (JNB) and Johannesburg to Francistown — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Francistown and Johannesburg is about 559 km (348 miles), or 302 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$23,000 for a one-way charter between Francistown and Johannesburg, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 11m | 1h 04m – 1h 18m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | US$11,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 11m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 09m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 07m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 07m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 05m | US$12,500 – US$17,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 03m | US$14,000 – US$19,000 | 6-8 |
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.
The guide range for Francistown–Johannesburg 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Francistown, Botswana: Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport.
Johannesburg, South Africa: O.R. Tambo International Airport, Rand Airport, Grand Central Airport, Brakpan Airport, Lanseria International Airport and Springs Airfield.
| Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport | O.R. Tambo International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FBPM / FRW | FAOR / JNB |
| Longest hard runway | 9,843 ft | 14,495 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 3,283 ft | 5,558 ft |
O.R. Tambo International Airport is at 5,558 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Francistown to Johannesburg can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Phillip Gaonwe Matante International Airport has 9,843 ft and O.R. Tambo International Airport 14,495 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 559 km.
Alternates within range: Rand Airport (5,617 ft, 15 km) · Grand Central Airport (6,004 ft, 20 km) · Brakpan Airport (5,902 ft, 12 km) · Lanseria International Airport (9,996 ft, 39 km)
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Francistown–Johannesburg when the time is right.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 11m to your destination. That's the full journey.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$9,500 – US$23,000 range for Francistown–Johannesburg, confirmed once we check live availability.
Francistown–Johannesburg is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$9,500 – US$23,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 11m gate to gate across the 559 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Francistown–Johannesburg charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Francistown–Johannesburg charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Johannesburg to Francistown runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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