Fly private between Flores and Lajes (terceira Island) from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Flores (FLW) ⇄ Lajes (terceira Island) (TER) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Flores to Lajes (terceira Island) is roughly 357 kilometres — 222 miles, or 193 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Flores–Lajes (terceira Island) spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 07m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 04m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 54 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Flores–Lajes (terceira Island) charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Flores, Portugal: Flores Airport.
Lajes (terceira Island), Portugal: Lajes Airport.
| Flores Airport | Lajes Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LPFL / FLW | LPLA / TER |
| Longest hard runway | 4,593 ft | 10,870 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 112 ft | 180 ft |
The shorter runway on this pairing is 4,593 ft at Flores Airport, which rules out the largest cabins regardless of range.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,093 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,353 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 2,593 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,253 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 1,393 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,733 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,693 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,963 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 1,593 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,453 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,093 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,533 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 3,393 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,033 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,093 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,253 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 1,315 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,203 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 393 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,453 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 983 ft short |
4,600 km 4,153 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 337 ft short |
5,926 km 5,479 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 307 ft short |
6,400 km 5,953 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 99 ft short |
7,220 km 6,773 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 847 ft short |
7,400 km 6,953 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 707 ft short |
7,800 km 7,353 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 197 ft short |
7,400 km 6,953 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,407 ft short |
14,260 km 13,813 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,207 ft short |
11,112 km 10,665 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,407 ft short |
12,960 km 12,513 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 207 ft short |
11,945 km 11,498 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Corvo Airport (2,625 ft, 24 km)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Flores–Lajes (terceira Island), confirmed once we check live availability.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Flores to Lajes (terceira Island).
Flores–Lajes (terceira Island) 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 07m gate to gate over 357 km (222 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Flores–Lajes (terceira Island) charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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.
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