Charter Santo to Gaua Island privately from US$8,000, about 42 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Santo (SON) to Gaua Island (ZGU) and Gaua Island to Santo — timed and priced alike.
Santo and Gaua Island lie approximately 148 km apart (92 mi / 80 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Santo and Gaua Island, 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 42 min | 38 min – 46 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 42 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 40 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Santo–Gaua Island charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Santo, Vanuatu: Santo Pekoa International Airport.
Gaua Island, Vanuatu: Gaua Island Airport.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Pets are welcome on every Santo–Gaua Island charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
The Santo to Gaua Island route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 42 min airborne across the 148 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Santo–Gaua Island departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Santo–Gaua Island charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Gaua Island to Santo runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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