Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Praia ➔ Abidjan

Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.

Estimated distance

~3,130 km

Average flight time

~3h 49m

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 Praia and Abidjan 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

Praia → Abidjan: 2,393 km, 3h05 block time, departing Nelson Mandela International (GVNP) and arriving Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP). Departure handling is provided by ASA Executive Praia; the 3000 m arrival runway at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny drives aircraft selection. At this range a Falcon 2000LXS avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.

Departure and arrival airports

Nelson Mandela International (GVNP)

Nelson Mandela International (GVNP / RAI) is a niche luxury field at 14.92°N / 23.49°W, Cape Verde. Runway: 2100 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: ASA Executive Praia. Helicopter link: Santiago / Fogo.

Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)

Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ) is a major business field at 5.26°N / 3.93°W, Ivory Coast. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Aéria Executive Handling. Helicopter link: Plateau / Assinie.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 2,393 km · 1,292 NM
Estimated block time: 3h05
Recommended aircraft: Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
Departure FBO: ASA Executive Praia — Nelson Mandela International (GVNP / RAI)
Arrival FBO: Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
Departure runway: 2100 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
Arrival runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
Onward helicopter: Plateau / Assinie

Seasonality & slots

Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.

Customs & formalities

International sector Cap-Vert → Côte d'Ivoire: 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 Praia to Abidjan?

About 3h05 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,393 km great-circle between GVNP and DIAP.

Which aircraft suits Praia → Abidjan?

A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.

How fast can we depart from Nelson Mandela International?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ASA Executive Praia.

What about customs and formalities?