Private charter between Bukavu/kavumu and Kongolo starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Bukavu/kavumu (BKY) to Kongolo (KOO), and from Kongolo (KOO) back to Bukavu/kavumu (BKY).
As the crow flies, Bukavu/kavumu to Kongolo is roughly 398 kilometres — 247 miles, or 215 nautical miles.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Bukavu/kavumu and Kongolo, 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 12m | 1h 05m – 1h 19m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 12m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 08m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Charter pricing on Bukavu/kavumu–Kongolo moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Bukavu/kavumu, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Bukavu Kavumu Airport.
Kongolo, Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kongolo Airport.
| Bukavu Kavumu Airport | Kongolo Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FZMA / BKY | FZRQ / KOO |
| Longest hard runway | 6,562 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | — |
| Field elevation | 5,643 ft | 1,850 ft |
Bukavu Kavumu Airport is at 5,643 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 5,062 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,302 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 4,562 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,202 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 3,362 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,682 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,662 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,912 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 3,562 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,402 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 5,062 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,482 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 5,362 ft spare |
1,480 km 982 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 3,062 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,202 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,284 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,152 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 2,362 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,402 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 986 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,102 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,632 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,428 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,662 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,902 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,870 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,722 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,122 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,902 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,262 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,302 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,772 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,902 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 562 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,762 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 762 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,614 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 562 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,462 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,762 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,447 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Kamembe Airport (4,921 ft, 20 km)
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Bukavu/kavumu–Kongolo is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
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 1h 12m gate to gate over 398 km (247 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Bukavu/kavumu–Kongolo charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Bukavu/kavumu–Kongolo charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Kongolo to Bukavu/kavumu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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