Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Praia ➔ Libreville
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,900 km
Average flight time
~3h 32m
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 Libreville 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
Chartering privately between Nelson Mandela International (GVNP) and Léon-Mba International (FOOL) removes connections entirely: 3,956 km non-stop in 4h47. Departure handling is provided by ASA Executive Praia; the 3000 m arrival runway at Léon-Mba International drives aircraft selection. Onward helicopter transfer available to Baie des Rois.
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.
Léon-Mba International (FOOL)
Léon-Mba International (FOOL / LBV) is a niche luxury field at 0.46°N / 9.41°E, Gabon. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Gabon Executive Handling. Helicopter link: Baie des Rois.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 3,956 km · 2,136 NM
- Estimated block time
- 4h47
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- ASA Executive Praia — Nelson Mandela International (GVNP / RAI)
- Arrival FBO
- Gabon Executive Handling — Léon-Mba International (FOOL / LBV)
- 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
- Baie des Rois
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Cap-Vert → Gabon: 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 Libreville?
About 4h47 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 3,956 km great-circle between GVNP and FOOL.
Which aircraft suits Praia → Libreville?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) 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?
International sector Cap-Vert → Gabon: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.