Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time49 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 Lonorore to Port Vila privately from US$8,000, about 49 min gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Lonorore (LNE) to Port Vila (VLI) and Port Vila to Lonorore — timed and priced alike.
Lonorore and Port Vila lie approximately 205 km apart (127 mi / 110 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Lonorore and Port Vila, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 49 min | 44 min – 54 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 49 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 47 min | 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.
Every Lonorore–Port Vila quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Lonorore, Vanuatu: Lonorore Airport.
Port Vila, Vanuatu: Bauerfield International Airport.
| Lonorore Airport | Bauerfield International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NVSO / LNE | NVVV / VLI |
| Longest hard runway | — | 8,530 ft |
| Surface | Grass | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 43 ft | 70 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 7,030 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,543 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 6,530 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,443 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 5,330 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,923 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 5,630 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,153 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 5,530 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,643 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 7,030 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,723 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 7,330 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,223 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 5,030 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,443 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 5,252 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,393 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 4,330 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,643 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,954 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,343 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 3,600 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,669 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,630 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,143 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,838 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,963 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 3,090 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,143 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 3,230 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,543 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,740 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,143 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,530 ft spare |
14,260 km 14,003 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,730 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,855 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,530 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,703 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,730 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,688 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Craig Cove Airport (2,674 ft, 52 km) · Uléi Airport · Redcliffe Airport · Longana Airport · Siwo Airport
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Lonorore–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 49 min gate to gate across the 205 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Lonorore–Port Vila charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Lonorore–Port Vila charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Port Vila to Lonorore runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.