Johannesburg to Maun is a private-jet gateway route, not usually the final safari flight. The nonstop sector to Maun Airport (MUB) is approximately 840–850 km and often takes about 1½–2 hours by private aircraft. Many travellers then transfer to a smaller aircraft for an Okavango Delta lodge airstrip.
- Direct distance456 NM845 km great-circle
- Fastest in the air1h 29mGulfstream G450
- Estimates fromUS$ 8,100one-way, 4 passengers
- Aircraft that fit14types priced below
What a private jet from Johannesburg to Maun costs
Every aircraft below can fly JNB–MUB non-stop off the runways at both ends. Prices are computed live from aircraft performance, fuel burn, airport fees and the cost of positioning the aircraft to Johannesburg — one-way, 4 passengers.
| Aircraft | Class | Seats | Flight time | Estimate, one-way | Exact price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Grand Caravan EX | Turboprop | 11 | 3h 07m | US$ 8,100 | |
| King Air C90GTx | Turboprop | 6 | 2h 15m | US$ 10,300 | |
| Pilatus PC-12 NG | Turboprop | 8 | 2h 10m | US$ 12,600 | |
| King Air 250 | Turboprop | 8 | 2h 05m | US$ 14,700 | |
| Citation Mustang | Light jet | 4 | 1h 48m | US$ 14,900 | |
| King Air 350i | Turboprop | 10 | 1h 59m | US$ 18,400 | |
| Citation CJ3+ | Light jet | 7 | 1h 36m | US$ 18,700 | |
| Embraer Phenom 300 | Light jet | 8 | 1h 31m | US$ 20,000 |
Airports on the Johannesburg–Maun route
| Airport | ICAO | IATA | Runway |
|---|---|---|---|
| O.R. Tambo International AirportJohannesburg | FAOR |
JNB |
14,495 ft |
| Maun International AirportMaun | FBMN |
MUB |
6,562 ft |
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*Computed estimate, not a quote. Figures move with aircraft availability, positioning and fuel. Single-engine piston aircraft are left out of route guides — the search tool still prices them if you want the absolute cheapest option. Estimates refresh twice daily.
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Is Maun the airport for the Okavango Delta?
Maun is the principal gateway, but the Delta contains many lodge-specific airstrips. Reaching Maun does not mean the journey is finished. The correct plan identifies the lodge first, confirms its operating airstrip and then decides whether the Johannesburg aircraft can continue or whether passengers must change to a bush aircraft.
How the aircraft handoff works
Johannesburg to Maun
A business jet or pressurised turboprop carries the international group and main luggage to MUB.
Maun to lodge airstrip
A smaller aircraft is selected around runway surface, lodge access, passenger weight and strict baggage limits.
OR Tambo or Lanseria?
OR Tambo (JNB) is convenient for international airline connections. Lanseria (HLA) can save ground time from parts of Johannesburg and is home to charter operators. The aircraft’s current base, international processing and passenger origin should be compared together.
Baggage is the deciding factor
Soft-sided safari bags are easier to transfer into small holds than rigid cases. Camera equipment, mobility aids and children’s equipment need exact dimensions and weights. A generous Johannesburg–Maun jet allowance does not override the smaller onward aircraft’s limit.
Jet, turboprop or one aircraft throughout?
A light jet offers speed and cabin comfort into Maun. A turboprop may provide better payload economics and can sometimes align more naturally with safari operations. Continuing one aircraft to a private airstrip is only possible when runway, operator authority, customs plan and aircraft performance all permit it.
Border formalities and timing
Passports, nationalities and the passenger manifest must be submitted. The operator confirms entry, landing, handling and customs arrangements for the actual itinerary. Build a buffer between Maun arrival and the onward lodge aircraft, particularly when separate operators are involved.
Send the exact lodge, travel date, international arrival, passenger weights and every bag. Request the Johannesburg–Maun aircraft and onward-transfer plan.
Johannesburg to Maun private jet prices by group size and trip
The same route priced for different trips. Charter is sold by the aircraft, not the seat, so the cost per person falls as more people fly, and a return is often far cheaper than two one-ways.
| Passengers | Cheapest suitable aircraft | One-way | Per seat | Cheapest jet |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Cessna Grand Caravan EX3h 07m in the air | US$8,100 | US$4,050 | US$14,900Citation Mustang |
| 4 | Cessna Grand Caravan EX3h 07m in the air | US$8,100 | US$2,025 | US$14,900Citation Mustang |
| 8 | Cessna Grand Caravan EX3h 07m in the air | US$8,100 | US$1,012 | US$20,000Embraer Phenom 300 |
| 12 | Gulfstream G4501h 29m in the air | US$34,000 | US$2,833 | US$34,000Gulfstream G450 |
| Trip, 4 passengers | Cheapest suitable aircraft | Estimate | vs one-way |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way | Cessna Grand Caravan EX | US$8,100 | — |
| Return, same day | King Air C90GTx | US$14,800 | 1.8× |
| Return after 3 nights | Cessna Grand Caravan EX | US$15,700 | 1.9× |
How much is a private jet from Johannesburg to Maun for 8 passengers?
About US$8,100 one-way for the whole aircraft in a Cessna Grand Caravan EX (3h 07m in the air), or roughly US$1,012 per seat. For two passengers the cheapest option is US$8,100. These are live estimates including positioning, airport and navigation fees.
How much does a return private jet from Johannesburg to Maun cost?
For four passengers, a same-day return costs about US$14,800 in a King Air C90GTx, 1.8 times the one-way estimate of US$8,100. Flying back after three nights costs about US$15,700; the engine compares keeping the aircraft and crew with you against two separate rotations and uses the cheaper.
Estimates as of 1 November 2026: whole aircraft in US dollars, including positioning, airport and navigation fees; returns include crew overnight and standby costs or two rotations, whichever is cheaper. The operator confirms the final price. Compare every route in the Africa Private Jet Price Index.
Frequently asked questions
How long is a private flight from Johannesburg to Maun?
Typically about 1½–2 hours nonstop, depending on aircraft, departure airport, route and weather.
Can a private jet land at an Okavango lodge?
Some airstrips can accept certain private aircraft, but many require a smaller bush plane. The exact lodge airstrip and current runway conditions control the answer.
Do I need to change aircraft in Maun?
Often, yes, for a remote Delta lodge. It should be planned before the main charter is confirmed.
Can Maun to Johannesburg be booked separately?
Yes. The return can be quoted independently, including its connection from the lodge and any aircraft positioning.
Where are lodge-airstrip routes explained?
Use Safari Corridors for runway, baggage and lodge-specific aircraft guidance.
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