Private charter between Honiara and Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Honiara (HIR) ⇄ Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova (SCZ) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Honiara to Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova is roughly 645 kilometres — 401 miles, or 348 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Honiara–Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova spans US$8,000 – US$13,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) 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. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 41m | 1h 31m – 1h 51m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 41m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 36m | 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 Honiara and Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Honiara, Solomon Islands: Honiara International Airport.
Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova, Solomon Islands: Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport.
| Honiara International Airport | Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | AGGH / HIR | AGGL / SCZ |
| Longest hard runway | 7,218 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | Coral |
| Field elevation | 28 ft | 18 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 5,718 ft spare |
1,800 km 993 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 5,218 ft spare |
2,700 km 1,893 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 4,018 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,373 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 4,318 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,603 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 4,218 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,093 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 5,718 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,173 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 6,018 ft spare |
1,480 km 673 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 3,718 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,893 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,940 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,843 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,018 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,093 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,642 ft spare |
4,600 km 3,793 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,288 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,119 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 2,318 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,593 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,526 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,413 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,778 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,593 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,918 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,993 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,428 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,593 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,218 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,453 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,418 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,305 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,218 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,153 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,418 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,138 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Avu Avu Airport · Babanakira Airport · Tulaghi Heliport · Isuna Heliport
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
The Honiara to Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova 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$13,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 41m gate to gate over 645 km (401 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 Honiara–Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova 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: Santa Cruz/Graciosa Bay/Luova to Honiara runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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