We fly Mansa (KEC) ⇄ Lusaka (LUN) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Mansa to Lusaka is roughly 554 kilometres — 344 miles, or 299 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Mansa and Lusaka, 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. | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 20m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 16m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Mansa–Lusaka, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Mansa, Zambia: Kasenga Airport.
Lusaka, Zambia: Kenneth Kaunda International Airport and Lusaka City Airport.
| Kasenga Airport | Kenneth Kaunda International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FZQG / KEC | FLKK / LUN |
| Longest hard runway | — | 12,998 ft |
| Surface | Dirt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 3,146 ft | 3,779 ft |
| Distance from city | 91 km | in the city |
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 11,498 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,107 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 10,998 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,007 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 9,798 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,487 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,098 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,717 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 9,998 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,207 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 11,498 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,287 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 11,798 ft spare |
1,480 km 787 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 9,498 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,007 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,720 ft spare |
3,650 km 2,957 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,798 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,207 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,422 ft spare |
4,600 km 3,907 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,068 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,233 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,098 ft spare |
6,400 km 5,707 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,306 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,527 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,558 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,707 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,698 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,107 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,208 ft spare |
7,400 km 6,707 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,998 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,567 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,198 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,419 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,998 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,267 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,198 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,252 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Lusaka City Airport (6,594 ft, 16 km)
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 20m to your destination. That's the full journey.
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.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Mansa–Lusaka 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.
About 1h 20m gate to gate over 554 km (344 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.
Yes — we handle last-minute Mansa–Lusaka charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Mansa–Lusaka charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Lusaka to Mansa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
