Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Le Cap ➔ Sal
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~4,290 km
Average flight time
~5h 14m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Le Cap 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 Le Cap – Sal sector links Cape Town International (FACT) to Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC) over 7,151 km great-circle, about 8h13 airborne in a Gulfstream G650ER. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Amílcar Cabral International (3270 m runway). Onward helicopter transfer available to Santa Maria / Boa Vista.
Departure and arrival airports
Cape Town International (FACT)
On the departure side, Cape Town International (FACT) serves Le Cap from 33.96°S / 18.60°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by ExecuJet Cape Town; 3201 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Camps Bay / Stellenbosch.
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
- 7,151 km · 3,861 NM
- Estimated block time
- 8h13
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Cape Town — Cape Town International (FACT / CPT)
- Arrival FBO
- ASA Executive Sal — Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC / SID)
- Departure runway
- 3201 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 Afrique du Sud → 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 Cap to Sal?
About 8h13 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 7,151 km great-circle between FACT and GVAC.
Which aircraft suits Le Cap → Sal?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra 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 Cape Town International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Cape Town.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Afrique du Sud → Cap-Vert: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.