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Private Charter Flights from Lanseria International Airport
Lanseria International Airport is, without question, South Africa’s premier charter aviation hub. More aircraft charter operators are based at HLA than at any other airport in the country, making it the natural first port of call for anyone seeking a private jet, turboprop charter, helicopter transfer, air ambulance or group charter flight.
Charter aviation offers a fundamentally different travel experience to commercial flying. You set the departure time. You choose the aircraft. You bypass commercial check-in, security queues and baggage carousels. You can fly direct to destinations that commercial airlines simply don’t serve — remote game reserves, mining sites, private airstrips, smaller regional airports and international destinations where scheduled services are limited or absent. And at Lanseria, with its 24/7 operations and the largest concentration of charter operators in Africa, that experience is more accessible than most people realise.
Types of Charter Available from Lanseria
Private Jet Charters: For business travel, VVIP transport, same-day city-to-city trips and international travel in complete privacy. Jet charter operators at Lanseria include ExecuJet, Comair Flight Services (CFS), United Charter Services, Zenith, Owenair and TAB Charters.
Turboprop Charters: A cost-effective alternative to jet charter for shorter distances, and capable of operating from smaller grass airstrips that jets cannot use — making them the preferred option for game lodge transfers, remote fly-in destinations and scenic flights over areas like the Okavango, Kruger and the Drakensberg. MCC Aviation and Absolute Aviation Group specialise in this area.
Group and Corporate Charters: For events, mining fly-ins, sports teams, incentive travel and large corporate groups. Most Lanseria operators can accommodate groups from 4 to 50 passengers depending on aircraft type.
Air Ambulance and MedEvac: Lanseria is home to two of South Africa’s foremost fixed-wing air ambulance providers — Universal Air Evac (a joint venture between NAC and Air Evacuation Services, EURAMI-accredited and operating from Hangar 104C) and Guardian Air (a SACAA-licensed operator with dedicated ICU air ambulance jets and a 24-hour emergency line). Both operators can dispatch rapidly from Lanseria for domestic and international medical evacuations.
Aircraft Management: Several Lanseria-based operators offer comprehensive aircraft management services for owners who want the benefits of aircraft ownership without the administrative burden. Absolute Aviation Group, Owenair and Guardian Air all offer management packages covering maintenance, hangarage, flight operations, crew management and charter support.
Charter Operators at Lanseria
ExecuJet Africa — Aircraft Charter | +27 11 516 2300 | execujet.com One of Africa’s most established charter operators, ExecuJet is based at Lanseria and Cape Town International with additional West African operations. The company holds HART, IS-BAO and ARGUS Platinum certifications. Fleet ranges from light turboprops to large-cabin jets covering safari, corporate and large group requirements.
Comair Flight Services (CFS) — Charter and Management | +27 11 540 7640 (24HR) | flycfs.com CFS is a fully integrated business aviation operator with a flawless safety record since 2007. Operating under its own Air Operator Certificate with domestic and international licences, CFS specialises in complex mission profiles, remote destination access and corporate charter across Africa. CFS also carries dangerous goods and operates the Pure Flight carbon offset programme.
NAC (National Airways Corporation) — Charter, Helicopter, Air Ambulance | +27 11 267 5000 | nac.co.za Africa’s largest general aviation company and one of the world’s largest of its kind. Founded in 1946, NAC operates the largest general aviation fleet in Africa across fixed wing and helicopters. The company holds BARS Gold Standard certification and offers charter, air ambulance, aircraft sales, parts and training.
Guardian Air — Charter and Air Ambulance | +27 11 701 3011 | guardianair.co Established in 2009, Guardian Air operates from Lanseria with domestic and international licences, and holds SACAA aeromedical transfer endorsement. The 24-hour emergency line (+27 82 521 23 94) handles urgent air ambulance requests.
MCC Aviation — Fixed and Rotor Wing Charter | +27 11 701 2332 | flymcc.co.za A 100% South African-owned charter operator with a mixed fleet of pistons, turboprops, jets and helicopters. MCC operates Part 121, 127 and 135 licences, with in-house AMO maintenance.
Absolute Aviation Group — Charter, Management, Sales | +27 11 548 3000 | absoluteaviation.co.za The authorised Cessna and Beechcraft representative for Southern and Central Africa, with five hangars at Lanseria plus satellite operations in Cape Town, Maun and Gaborone. Offers full aircraft management and concierge charter services.
United Charter Services — VVIP Charter | +27 11 788 0813 | unitedcharter.co.za Specialising in VVIP transport for government officials, state presidents, celebrities and executives. Head office at Lanseria with a Cape Town branch. Fleet ranges from light aircraft to long-range jets.
TAB Charters — Corporate and Leisure Charter | +27 11 701 2324 | tabcharters.co.za Founded in 2006, TAB operates executive turboprop and jet aircraft from Lanseria with strong relationships in the mining sector and leisure travel. The company has its own private executive lounge and check-in facilities at Lanseria.
Swift Elite (Swift Flite) — Charter and Management | +27 11 701 3298 | swiftflite.co.za Founded in 1992 with an unblemished safety record, Swift Flite has achieved BARS Gold status — the highest international safety standard for aviation operators. A preferred charter provider for many South African corporations.
Zenith — VIP Charter and Maintenance | +27 11 701 3025 | flyzenith.com Zenith offers worldwide VIP charter with a particular strength in aircraft management and maintenance. Staff are trained to international standards.
Owenair — Aircraft Management, Sales and Charter | +27 83 270 8886 | owenair.co.za Owenair specialises in aircraft management for private owners, offering 24-hour support from Lanseria and Cape Town offices. Also provides worldwide charter services.
Universal Air Evac — Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance | +27 11 430 1777 | uniairevac.com EURAMI-accredited fixed-wing medical evacuation service jointly held by NAC and Air Evacuation Services. Based at Hangar 104C, Gate 15, Lanseria. Operates two dedicated Lear 35 air ambulances with a 2-hour average dispatch time.
Air 2000 — Charter (Hunting & Safari Focus) | +27 82 770 2480 Founded in 1981, Air 2000 is a SACAA-licensed non-scheduled operator with a particular specialisation in hunting and safari tourism charters across sub-Saharan Africa.
FAQs — Charter Flights from Lanseria
FAQ A complete guide to Lanseria International Airport – airlines, parking, facilities, transport options, charter services, check-in tips and more.
1. How do I book a charter flight from Lanseria Airport? Use the quote request form on this page, or contact any of the individual operators listed above directly. Most operators will respond to quote requests within a few hours.
2. How much does a private jet charter cost from Lanseria? Charter prices vary significantly based on aircraft type, distance, duration and the number of passengers. A light jet charter for a 2-hour domestic flight might start from around R25,000–R50,000 one-way. A large long-range jet for an international trip will cost substantially more. Contact operators directly for a firm quote.
3. Which charter operator at Lanseria is best for game reserve transfers? NAC, MCC Aviation, TAB Charters, Absolute Aviation Group and ExecuJet all offer game lodge transfer services. Turboprop aircraft are often the preferred option for remote lodges with shorter or grass airstrips.
4. Does Lanseria have a helicopter charter service? Yes. NAC operates helicopter charters from Lanseria, and MCC Aviation has turbine helicopters in its fleet. Several other operators at the airport can arrange helicopter transfers.
5. Can I charter a private jet internationally from Lanseria? Yes. Lanseria is a designated international airport and several operators hold international operating licences, including CFS, ExecuJet, United Charter Services, NAC and others.
6. What is the fastest dispatch time for an air ambulance from Lanseria? Universal Air Evac reports an average dispatch time of 2 hours from its Lanseria base. Guardian Air’s 24-hour emergency line can also facilitate rapid dispatch.
7. Does Lanseria have jet fuel and FBO services? Yes. NAC operates a state-of-the-art Fixed Base Operation (FBO) at Lanseria providing 24/7 aircraft management and fuel services.
8. What is the largest aircraft that can use Lanseria? Lanseria’s runways are capable of handling a wide range of aircraft. Specific maximum aircraft weight and runway data is published in the SACAA AIP. Contact the airport or specific operators for aircraft-specific questions.
9. Is charter flying from Lanseria available 24 hours a day? Yes. Lanseria operates 24/7 and several charter operators, particularly air ambulance providers, operate around the clock.
10. Can I charter a group flight for 20 or more passengers from Lanseria? Yes. Several Lanseria operators can accommodate large groups. ExecuJet, MCC Aviation and NAC all operate aircraft capable of carrying 20–50 passengers.
