Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time52 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Fly private between Antsiranana and Sambava from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Antsiranana () ⇄ Sambava (SVB) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Antsiranana and Sambava lie approximately 246 km apart (153 mi / 133 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Antsiranana and Sambava, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 52 min | 47 min – 57 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 44 min | 40 min – 48 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 52 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 50 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 44 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 43 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 42 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
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. Slot-controlled hubs at one or both ends can affect both scheduling and cost.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Antsiranana, Madagascar: Antsiranana Andrakaka Airport.
Sambava, Madagascar: Sambava Airport.
| Antsiranana Andrakaka Airport | Sambava Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FMNK | FMNS / SVB |
| Longest hard runway | 8,211 ft | 4,577 ft |
| Surface | Porous friction course | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 200 ft | 20 ft |
| Distance from city | 11 km | in the city |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,577 ft at Sambava Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,077 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,492 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,577 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,392 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,377 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,872 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,677 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,102 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,577 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,592 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,077 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,672 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,377 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,172 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,077 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,392 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,299 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,342 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 377 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,592 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 999 ft short |
4,600 km 4,292 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 353 ft short |
5,926 km 5,618 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 323 ft short |
6,400 km 6,092 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 115 ft short |
7,220 km 6,912 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 863 ft short |
7,400 km 7,092 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 723 ft short |
7,800 km 7,492 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 213 ft short |
7,400 km 7,092 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,423 ft short |
14,260 km 13,952 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,223 ft short |
11,112 km 10,804 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,423 ft short |
12,960 km 12,652 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 223 ft short |
11,945 km 11,637 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Arrachart Airport (4,921 ft, 0 km)
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Choose your wheels-up time — Antsiranana–Sambava runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Antsiranana and Sambava.
The Antsiranana to Sambava route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 52 min gate to gate over 246 km (153 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 Antsiranana–Sambava 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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