Fly private between Pico and Lajes (terceira Island) from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Pico (PIX) to Lajes (terceira Island) (TER), and from Lajes (terceira Island) (TER) back to Pico (PIX).
As the crow flies, Pico to Lajes (terceira Island) is roughly 120 kilometres — 74 miles, or 65 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Pico–Lajes (terceira Island) spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 38 min | 34 min – 42 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 38 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 37 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 | 33 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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Pico, Portugal: Pico Airport and Horta Airport.
Lajes (terceira Island), Portugal: Lajes Airport.
| Pico Airport | Lajes Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | LPPI / PIX | LPLA / TER |
| Longest hard runway | 5,725 ft | 10,870 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 109 ft | 180 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,225 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,650 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,725 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,550 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,525 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,030 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,825 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,260 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,725 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,750 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 4,225 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,830 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,525 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,330 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,225 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,550 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,447 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,500 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,525 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,750 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 149 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,450 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 795 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,776 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 825 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,250 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,033 ft spare |
7,220 km 7,070 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 285 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,250 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 425 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,650 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 935 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,250 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 275 ft short |
14,260 km 14,110 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 75 ft short |
11,112 km 10,962 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 275 ft short |
12,960 km 12,810 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 925 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,795 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Horta Airport (5,233 ft, 24 km) · São Jorge Airport (4,633 ft, 26 km) · Graciosa Airport (4,529 ft, 70 km)
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Pico–Lajes (terceira Island), confirmed once we check live availability.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Travel Pico–Lajes (terceira Island) with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
The Pico to Lajes (terceira Island) 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 38 min gate to gate across the 120 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Pico–Lajes (terceira Island) 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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