Private charter between Arusha and Zanzibar starts at US$8,000 aboard a very light jet.
Private jet charter from Arusha (ARK) to Zanzibar (ZNZ), and from Zanzibar (ZNZ) back to Arusha (ARK).
Arusha and Zanzibar lie approximately 428 km apart (266 mi / 231 nm) on a direct routing.
From TSh22,000,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Arusha to Zanzibar (and Zanzibar to Arusha) ranges from US$8,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$15,500 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (TZS) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | TSh26,130,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | TSh30,250,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 15m | 1h 08m – 1h 23m | TSh22,000,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (TZS) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 00m | TSh26,130,000 – TSh37,130,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 58 min | TSh28,880,000 – TSh41,250,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 57 min | TSh31,630,000 – TSh44,000,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (TZS) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 57 min | TSh30,250,000 – TSh42,630,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 56 min | TSh33,000,000 – TSh46,750,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 54 min | TSh35,750,000 – TSh50,880,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (TZS) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 15m | TSh22,000,000 – TSh30,250,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 12m | TSh24,750,000 – TSh33,000,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Arusha–Zanzibar quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Arusha, Tanzania: Arusha Airport and Kilimanjaro International Airport.
Zanzibar, Tanzania: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
| Arusha Airport | Abeid Amani Karume International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HTAR / ARK | HTZA / ZNZ |
| Longest hard runway | 5,377 ft | 9,915 ft |
| Surface | Bitumen | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4,550 ft | 54 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,877 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,265 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,377 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,165 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,177 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,645 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,477 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,875 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,377 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,365 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,877 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,445 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,177 ft spare |
1,480 km 945 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,877 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,165 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,099 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,115 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,177 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,365 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 199 ft short |
4,600 km 4,065 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 447 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,391 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 477 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,865 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 685 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,685 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 63 ft short |
7,400 km 6,865 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 77 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,265 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 587 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,865 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 623 ft short |
14,260 km 13,725 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 423 ft short |
11,112 km 10,577 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 623 ft short |
12,960 km 12,425 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 577 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,410 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Kilimanjaro International Airport (11,811 ft, 49 km)
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Arusha–Zanzibar charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Demand on Arusha–Zanzibar comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 00m gate to gate across the 428 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Arusha–Zanzibar charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Arusha–Zanzibar 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.
