Charter Santa Maria (island) to Ponta Delgada privately from US$8,000, about 36 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Santa Maria (island) (SMA) to Ponta Delgada (PDL) and Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria (island) — timed and priced alike.
Santa Maria (island) and Ponta Delgada lie approximately 97 km apart (60 mi / 52 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Santa Maria (island) to Ponta Delgada (and Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria (island)) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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. 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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 36 min | 32 min – 40 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 32 min | 29 min – 35 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 31 min | 28 min – 34 min | US$11,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 36 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 35 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 32 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 32 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 31 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 31 min | US$11,000 – US$15,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 31 min | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 31 min | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Santa Maria (island)–Ponta Delgada moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Santa Maria (island), Portugal: Santa Maria Airport.
Ponta Delgada, Portugal: João Paulo II Airport.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Our team responds to Santa Maria (island)–Ponta Delgada quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
Santa Maria (island)–Ponta Delgada 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 36 min in the air over 97 km (60 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Santa Maria (island)–Ponta Delgada departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Ponta Delgada to Santa Maria (island) runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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