Charter Banjul to Praia, Santiago Island privately from US$9,500, about 1h 27m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Banjul (BJL) to Praia, Santiago Island (RAI) and Praia, Santiago Island to Banjul — timed and priced alike.
Banjul and Praia, Santiago Island lie approximately 758 km apart (471 mi / 409 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Banjul–Praia, Santiago Island spans US$9,500 – US$28,000: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a light jet (Cessna Citation CJ3+) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
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 27m | 1h 18m – 1h 36m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 22m | 1h 14m – 1h 30m | US$14,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 27m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 25m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 22m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 22m | US$14,000 – US$19,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 20m | US$15,500 – US$21,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 17m | US$17,000 – US$23,500 | 6-8 |
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.
On Banjul–Praia, Santiago Island, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. 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:
Banjul, Gambia: Banjul International Airport.
Praia, Santiago Island, Cape Verde: Nelson Mandela International Airport.
| Banjul International Airport | Nelson Mandela International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | GBYD / BJL | GVNP / RAI |
| Longest hard runway | 11,811 ft | 6,890 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 95 ft | 230 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Banjul 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 758 km.
Alternates within range: Maio Airport (3,937 ft, 38 km)
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Banjul–Praia, Santiago Island trip to about 1h 27m gate to gate.
The Banjul to Praia, Santiago Island route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$28,000 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 27m gate to gate across the 758 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Banjul–Praia, Santiago Island departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
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.
