Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time39 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
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.
Charter Lamen Bay to Port Vila privately from US$8,000, about 39 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Lamen Bay (LNB) to Port Vila (VLI) and Port Vila to Lamen Bay — timed and priced alike.
Lamen Bay and Port Vila lie approximately 125 km apart (78 mi / 67 nm) on a direct routing.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Lamen Bay to Port Vila (and Port Vila to Lamen Bay) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. 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. 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.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 39 min | 35 min – 43 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 39 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 38 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 34 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 34 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 34 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 34 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 33 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 33 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
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.
The guide range for Lamen Bay–Port Vila is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Lamen Bay, Vanuatu: Lamen Bay Airport.
Port Vila, Vanuatu: Bauerfield International Airport.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Our team responds to Lamen Bay–Port Vila quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Lamen Bay–Port Vila is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 39 min airborne across the 125 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Lamen Bay–Port Vila 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.
Of course: Port Vila to Lamen Bay runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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