Fly private between Praia, Santiago Island and Sao Tome from US$63,000 for a super midsize jet (Challenger 350). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Praia, Santiago Island (RAI) to Sao Tome (TMS) and Sao Tome to Praia, Santiago Island — timed and priced alike.
Praia, Santiago Island and Sao Tome lie approximately 3,692 km apart (2,294 mi / 1,993 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Praia, Santiago Island to Sao Tome (and Sao Tome to Praia, Santiago Island) ranges from US$63,000 for a super midsize jet like the Challenger 350, up to US$166,000 for a heavy jet such as the Challenger 605. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. 12-16 seats and 7,400 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 39m | 4h 11m – 5h 07m | US$87,000 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 39m | 4h 11m – 5h 07m | US$118,500 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 39m | US$87,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 39m | US$95,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 45m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 39m | US$118,500 – US$166,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 30m | US$130,500 – US$182,500 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 30m | US$142,000 – US$199,000 | 13-16 |
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.
The guide range for Praia, Santiago Island–Sao Tome is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Praia, Santiago Island, Cape Verde: Nelson Mandela International Airport.
Sao Tome, São Tomé and Principe: São Tomé International Airport.
| Nelson Mandela International Airport | São Tomé International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | GVNP / RAI | FPST / TMS |
| Longest hard runway | 6,890 ft | 7,283 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 230 ft | 33 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,990 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,205 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 3,390 ft spare |
3,700 km 915 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 3,612 ft spare |
3,650 km 965 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 2,690 ft spare |
3,900 km 715 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,314 ft spare |
4,600 km 15 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,960 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,311 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,990 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,785 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 2,198 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,605 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,450 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,785 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,590 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,185 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 2,100 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,785 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 890 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,645 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,090 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,497 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 890 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,345 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 2,090 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,330 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
1 further aircraft is omitted: it would need more than one fuel stop over 3,692 km.
Alternates within range: Maio Airport (3,937 ft, 38 km)
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. 9-12 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
The Praia, Santiago Island to Sao Tome route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$63,000 – US$166,000 one-way — from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 4h 39m gate to gate over 3,692 km (2,294 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a super midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Praia, Santiago Island–Sao Tome charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Praia, Santiago Island–Sao Tome charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Sao Tome to Praia, Santiago Island runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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