Private charter between Nampula and Pemba starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
Private jet charter from Nampula (APL) to Pemba (POL), and from Pemba (POL) back to Nampula (APL).
As the crow flies, Nampula to Pemba is roughly 270 kilometres — 168 miles, or 146 nautical miles.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Nampula and Pemba, 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. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 56 min | 50 min – 1h 02m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 46 min | 41 min – 51 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 56 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 54 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 46 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 45 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
What determines the price between Nampula and Pemba? 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Nampula, Mozambique: Nampula Airport.
Pemba, Mozambique: Pemba Airport.
| Nampula Airport | Pemba Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FQNP / APL | FQPB / POL |
| Longest hard runway | 6,562 ft | 5,905 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 1,444 ft | 331 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,405 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,462 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,905 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,362 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,705 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,842 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,005 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,072 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,905 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,562 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,405 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,642 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,705 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,142 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,405 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,362 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,627 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,312 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,705 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,562 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 329 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,262 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 975 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,588 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,005 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,062 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,213 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,882 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 465 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,062 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 605 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,462 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,115 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,062 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 95 ft short |
14,260 km 13,922 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 105 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,774 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 95 ft short |
12,960 km 12,622 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,105 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,607 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Pets are welcome on every Nampula–Pemba charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
The Nampula to Pemba 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.
Roughly 56 min gate to gate across the 270 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Nampula–Pemba charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Nampula–Pemba charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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