Private charter between Tete and Lichinga starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Tete (TET) to Lichinga (VXC) and Lichinga to Tete — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Tete and Lichinga is about 360 km (224 miles), or 194 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Tete and Lichinga, 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 07m | 1h 00m – 1h 14m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 07m | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 04m | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 54 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 53 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 52 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:
Tete, Mozambique: Tete Airport.
Lichinga, Mozambique: Lichinga Airport.
| Tete Airport | Lichinga Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FQTT / TET | FQLC / VXC |
| Longest hard runway | 8,225 ft | 8,300 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 525 ft | 4,505 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Tete to Lichinga can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Tete Airport has 8,225 ft and Lichinga Airport 8,300 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 360 km.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Tete–Lichinga sector leaves when you do.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 360 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Demand on Tete–Lichinga comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
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 1h 07m gate to gate over 360 km (224 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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 Tete–Lichinga 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.
Of course: Lichinga to Tete runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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