Fly private between Jimma and Arba Minch from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Jimma (JIM) to Arba Minch (AMH), and from Arba Minch (AMH) back to Jimma (JIM).
Jimma and Arba Minch lie approximately 200 km apart (124 mi / 108 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Jimma to Arba Minch (and Arba Minch to Jimma) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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 (ETB) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | Br460,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 41 min | 37 min – 45 min | Br540,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (ETB) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 48 min | Br460,000 – Br630,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 46 min | Br510,000 – Br680,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (ETB) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 41 min | Br540,000 – Br770,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 40 min | Br600,000 – Br860,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 39 min | Br660,000 – Br910,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Jet charter costs between Jimma and Arba Minch 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Jimma, Ethiopia: Jimma Airport.
Arba Minch, Ethiopia: Arba Minch Airport.
| Jimma Airport | Arba Minch Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HAJM / JIM | HAAM / AMH |
| Longest hard runway | 10,236 ft | 9,170 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,500 ft | 3,901 ft |
Jimma Airport is at 5,500 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Jimma to Arba Minch can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Jimma Airport has 10,236 ft and Arba Minch Airport 9,170 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 200 km.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Pets are welcome on every Jimma–Arba Minch charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
The Jimma to Arba Minch 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$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 48 min gate to gate over 200 km (124 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Jimma–Arba Minch 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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