Fly private between Craig Cove and Lamen Bay from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Craig Cove (CCV) to Lamen Bay (LNB), and from Lamen Bay (LNB) back to Craig Cove (CCV).
Craig Cove and Lamen Bay lie approximately 43 km apart (27 mi / 23 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Craig Cove and Lamen Bay, 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. | 29 min | 26 min – 32 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 29 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 29 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Jet charter costs between Craig Cove and Lamen Bay are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Craig Cove, Vanuatu: Craig Cove Airport.
Lamen Bay, Vanuatu: Lamen Bay Airport.
| Craig Cove Airport | Lamen Bay Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NVSF / CCV | NVSM / LNB |
| Longest hard runway | 2,674 ft | — |
| Surface | Volcanic ash impregnated with bitumen | Grass |
| Field elevation | 69 ft | 7 ft |
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 1,174 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,746 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 674 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,646 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 526 ft short |
2,180 km 2,126 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 226 ft short |
2,410 km 2,356 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 326 ft short |
2,900 km 2,846 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 1,174 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,926 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 1,474 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,426 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 826 ft short |
3,700 km 3,646 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 604 ft short |
3,650 km 3,596 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,526 ft short |
3,900 km 3,846 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,902 ft short |
4,600 km 4,546 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,256 ft short |
5,926 km 5,872 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,226 ft short |
6,400 km 6,346 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,018 ft short |
7,220 km 7,166 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,766 ft short |
7,400 km 7,346 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,626 ft short |
7,800 km 7,746 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,116 ft short |
7,400 km 7,346 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,326 ft short |
14,260 km 14,206 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,126 ft short |
11,112 km 11,058 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,326 ft short |
12,960 km 12,906 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,126 ft short |
11,945 km 11,891 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Uléi Airport · Lamen Bay Airport · Lonorore Airport · Southwest Bay Airport · Valesdir Airport · Uléi Airport · Craig Cove Airport (2,674 ft, 43 km) · Tongoa Airport
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Craig Cove and Lamen Bay.
Guide pricing on Craig Cove–Lamen Bay is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$11,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Travel Craig Cove–Lamen Bay with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
The Craig Cove to Lamen Bay 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$11,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 29 min gate to gate over 43 km (27 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Craig Cove–Lamen Bay departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Craig Cove–Lamen Bay charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Lamen Bay to Craig Cove runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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