Turboprop
- Passengers6-9
- Flight time58 min
- Range1,800 km
- Guide priceUS$8,000 – US$11,000
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Fly private between Vientiane and Savannakhet from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Vientiane (VTE) ⇄ Savannakhet (ZVK) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Vientiane and Savannakhet is about 282 km (175 miles), or 152 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Vientiane and Savannakhet, 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.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 48 min | 43 min – 53 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 58 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 55 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 48 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 47 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 46 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Vientiane–Savannakhet 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Vientiane, Laos: Wattay International Airport.
Savannakhet, Laos: Savannakhet Airport.
| Wattay International Airport | Savannakhet Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VLVT / VTE | VLSK / ZVK |
| Longest hard runway | 9,843 ft | 5,358 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Concrete |
| Field elevation | 564 ft | 509 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,858 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,447 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 3,358 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,347 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,158 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,827 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 2,458 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,057 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 2,358 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,547 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 3,858 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,627 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 4,158 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,127 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 1,858 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,347 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,080 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,297 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,158 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,547 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 218 ft short |
4,600 km 4,247 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 428 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,573 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 458 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,047 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 666 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,867 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 82 ft short |
7,400 km 7,047 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 58 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,447 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 568 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,047 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 642 ft short |
14,260 km 13,907 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 442 ft short |
11,112 km 10,759 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 642 ft short |
12,960 km 12,607 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 558 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,592 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Khoksa Airfield
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A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 58 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
Vientiane–Savannakhet 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 58 min gate to gate over 282 km (175 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 Vientiane–Savannakhet 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: Savannakhet to Vientiane runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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