Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Abidjan ➔ Sal
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~6,020 km
Average flight time
~7h 20m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Abidjan and Sal aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
The Abidjan – Sal sector links Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) to Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC) over 2,434 km great-circle, about 3h08 airborne in a Falcon 2000LXS. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Amílcar Cabral International (3270 m runway). A helicopter connection to Santa Maria / Boa Vista can be added to the quote.
Departure and arrival airports
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)
On the departure side, Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) serves Abidjan from 5.26°N / 3.93°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Aéria Executive Handling; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Plateau / Assinie.
Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC)
On the arrival side, Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC) serves Sal from 16.74°N / 22.95°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by ASA Executive Sal; 3270 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Santa Maria / Boa Vista.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,434 km · 1,314 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h08
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
- Arrival FBO
- ASA Executive Sal — Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC / SID)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 3270 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Santa Maria / Boa Vista
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Côte d'Ivoire → Cap-Vert: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Abidjan to Sal?
About 3h08 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,434 km great-circle between DIAP and GVAC.
Which aircraft suits Abidjan → Sal?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3270 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Félix-Houphouët-Boigny?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Aéria Executive Handling.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Côte d'Ivoire → Cap-Vert: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.