Private charter between Fera Island and Suavanao starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Fera Island (AKS) ⇄ Suavanao (VAO) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Fera Island to Suavanao is roughly 248 kilometres — 154 miles, or 134 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Fera Island and Suavanao, 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. | 37 min | 33 min – 41 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 37 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 36 min | 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.
What determines the price between Fera Island and Suavanao? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Fera Island, Solomon Islands: Gwaunaru'u Airport.
Suavanao, Solomon Islands: Suavanao Airport.
| Gwaunaru'u Airport | Suavanao Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AGGA / AKS | AGGV / VAO |
| Longest hard runway | — | — |
| Surface | UNK | Sand grass |
| Field elevation | 5 ft | 20 ft |
| Distance from city | 138 km | in the city |
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 | 1,800 km 1,490 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km 2,390 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km 1,870 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km 2,100 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km 2,590 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km 1,670 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 km 1,170 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km 3,390 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km 3,340 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km 3,590 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km 4,290 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km 5,616 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km 6,090 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km 6,910 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km 7,090 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km 7,490 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km 7,090 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km 13,950 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km 10,802 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km 12,650 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km 11,635 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Fera/Maringe Airport
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Fera Island–Suavanao trip to about 37 min gate to gate.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Fera Island and Suavanao.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
The Fera Island to Suavanao route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 37 min gate to gate over 248 km (154 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Fera Island–Suavanao departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Fera Island–Suavanao charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Suavanao to Fera Island runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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