Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time54 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
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.
Fly private between Tortola and Charlestown from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Tortola (STT) ⇄ Charlestown (SKB) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Tortola and Charlestown is about 265 km (165 miles), or 143 nautical miles.
From US$8,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Tortola to Charlestown (and Charlestown to Tortola) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. 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. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 54 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 52 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 45 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 44 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 43 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
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.
On Tortola–Charlestown, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Tortola, British Virgin Islands: Cyril E. King Airport.
Charlestown, Saint Kitts and Nevis: Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport.
| Cyril E. King Airport | Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | TIST / STT | TKPK / SKB |
| Longest hard runway | 7,000 ft | 7,602 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 23 ft | 170 ft |
| Distance from city | 48 km | 18 km |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Tortola to Charlestown can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Cyril E. King Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,000 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,000 ft to spare. The leg is 265 km.
Alternates within range: Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport (4,642 ft, 0 km) · Virgin Gorda Airport · Captain Auguste George Airport · Charlotte Amalie Harbor Seaplane Base · Vance W. Amory International Airport (3,996 ft, 0 km) · F. D. Roosevelt Airport (4,265 ft, 52 km) · John A. Osborne Airport (1,968 ft, 62 km) · Royal St. Kitts Heliport
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Tortola to Charlestown.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Demand on Tortola–Charlestown comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
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.
About 54 min gate to gate over 265 km (165 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very 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 Tortola–Charlestown 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
Other flights from Tortola | Charlestown | British Virgin Islands | North America