Fly private between Fortaleza and Praia, Santiago Island from US$50,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Fortaleza (FOR) to Praia, Santiago Island (RAI), and from Praia, Santiago Island (RAI) back to Fortaleza (FOR).
The straight-line distance between Fortaleza and Praia, Santiago Island is about 2,661 km (1,653 miles), or 1,437 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Fortaleza–Praia, Santiago Island spans US$50,000 – US$130,000: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 44m | 3h 22m – 4h 06m | US$50,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 28m | 3h 07m – 3h 49m | US$68,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 44m | US$50,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 41m | US$55,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 32m | US$60,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 28m | US$68,500 – US$96,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 28m | US$75,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 32m | US$82,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
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 Fortaleza and Praia, Santiago Island are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Fortaleza, Brazil: Pinto Martins International Airport.
Praia, Santiago Island, Cape Verde: Nelson Mandela International Airport.
| Pinto Martins International Airport | Nelson Mandela International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SBFZ / FOR | GVNP / RAI |
| Longest hard runway | 9,039 ft | 6,890 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 83 ft | 230 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 3,690 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,147 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,990 ft spare |
2,410 km 917 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 3,390 ft spare |
3,700 km 373 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,612 ft spare |
3,650 km 323 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 2,690 ft spare |
3,900 km 573 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,314 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,273 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,960 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,599 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,990 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,073 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,198 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,893 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,450 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,073 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,590 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,473 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,100 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,073 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 890 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,933 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,090 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,785 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 890 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,633 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,090 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,618 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: M Dias Branco Airport (3,543 ft, 16 km) · Feijó Airport (1,804 ft, 10 km) · Darinha Airport (1,969 ft, 49 km) · Sítio Vodó Airport · Maio Airport (3,937 ft, 38 km)
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 2,661 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide pricing on Fortaleza–Praia, Santiago Island is published clearly: US$50,000 – US$130,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Fortaleza–Praia, Santiago Island is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$50,000 – US$130,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 3h 44m gate to gate over 2,661 km (1,653 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Fortaleza–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.
Of course: Praia, Santiago Island to Fortaleza runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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