Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Le Caire ➔ Praia
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~1,190 km
Average flight time
~1h 27m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Le Caire and Praia 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 Le Caire – Praia sector links Cairo International (HECA) to Nelson Mandela International (GVNP) over 5,829 km great-circle, about 6h54 airborne in a Falcon 8X. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Cairo International (4000 m) and alternate fuel are validated. At this range a Falcon 8X avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
Departure and arrival airports
Cairo International (HECA)
Cairo International (HECA / CAI) is a major business field at 30.11°N / 31.41°E, Egypt. Runway: 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Cairo VIP Terminal. Helicopter link: Gizeh / El Gouna.
Nelson Mandela International (GVNP)
On the arrival side, Nelson Mandela International (GVNP) serves Praia from 14.92°N / 23.49°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by ASA Executive Praia; 2100 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Helicopter onward leg to Santiago / Fogo.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 5,829 km · 3,148 NM
- Estimated block time
- 6h54
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Cairo VIP Terminal — Cairo International (HECA / CAI)
- Arrival FBO
- ASA Executive Praia — Nelson Mandela International (GVNP / RAI)
- Departure runway
- 4000 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 2100 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
- Onward helicopter
- Santiago / Fogo
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Égypte → 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 Le Caire to Praia?
About 6h54 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 5,829 km great-circle between HECA and GVNP.
Which aircraft suits Le Caire → Praia?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2100 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days.
How fast can we depart from Cairo International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Cairo VIP Terminal.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Égypte → Cap-Vert: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.