Private charter between Nampula and Lichinga starts at US$8,000 aboard a very light jet.
This route runs both ways — Nampula (APL) to Lichinga (VXC) and Lichinga to Nampula — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Nampula to Lichinga is roughly 478 kilometres — 297 miles, or 258 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Nampula to Lichinga (and Lichinga to Nampula) ranges from US$8,000 for a very light jet like the Embraer Phenom 100EV, up to US$15,500 for a turboprop such as the Pilatus PC-12 NGX. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 04m | 58 min – 1h 10m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 01m | 55 min – 1h 07m | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 21m | 1h 13m – 1h 29m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 04m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 02m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 01m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 01m | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 59 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 57 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 21m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 17m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
What determines the price between Nampula and Lichinga? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Nampula, Mozambique: Nampula Airport.
Lichinga, Mozambique: Lichinga Airport.
| Nampula Airport | Lichinga Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FQNP / APL | FQLC / VXC |
| Longest hard runway | 6,562 ft | 8,300 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,444 ft | 4,505 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Nampula to Lichinga can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Nampula Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,562 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 562 ft to spare. The leg is 478 km.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 04m 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.
Nampula–Lichinga 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 very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 04m gate to gate over 478 km (297 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Nampula–Lichinga charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Nampula–Lichinga charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Lichinga to Nampula runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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