Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Kinshasa ➔ Sal
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~8,030 km
Average flight time
~9h 48m
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 Kinshasa 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
Sector FZAA – GVAC is 4,828 km of direct routing, flown in 5h46 on a Falcon 8X. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Kinshasa. At this range a Falcon 8X avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
Departure and arrival airports
Kinshasa N'djili (FZAA)
On the departure side, Kinshasa N'djili (FZAA) serves Kinshasa from 4.39°S / 15.44°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Pegasus Aviation; 4700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Gombe.
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
- 4,828 km · 2,607 NM
- Estimated block time
- 5h46
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Pegasus Aviation — Kinshasa N'djili (FZAA / FIH)
- Arrival FBO
- ASA Executive Sal — Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC / SID)
- Departure runway
- 4700 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- 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 RD Congo → 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 Kinshasa to Sal?
About 5h46 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 4,828 km great-circle between FZAA and GVAC.
Which aircraft suits Kinshasa → Sal?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3270 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Kinshasa N'djili?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Pegasus Aviation.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector RD Congo → Cap-Vert: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.