Private flights from Changuinola to Contadora Island
Contadora Airport serves Las Perlas Archipelago — 5 min to Contadora beach. Fly direct from Changuinola in 80 min, on your schedule, for the whole aircraft.
What you fly in for
1 to 3 days in Las Perlas Archipelago
Land at OTD and make every minute count.
Day 1 — Arrive and settle in
- Morning
Land at Contadora Airport (OTD). 5 min to Contadora beach. Drop your bags and get oriented.
- Afternoon
Las Perlas Archipelago — the signature experience of the zone.
- Evening
Dinner in Contadora Island; an early night before a full day tomorrow.
Day 2 — The main event
- Morning
Private Island Hopping — Pearl Islands — best done before midday heat.
- Midday
Offshore Sportfishing — Contadora
- Afternoon
Diving & Snorkeling — Pearl Islands to swim, hike or simply unwind.
Day 3 — One more, then fly out
- Morning
Private Yachts — Pearl Islands before you pack up.
- Afternoon
Return charter from OTD on your schedule — AeroRide flies when you do.
Flying private from Changuinola to Contadora Island
Why fly private from Changuinola to Contadora Island?
The Changuinola–Contadora Island corridor connects Changuinola Airport (CHX) with Contadora Airport (OTD). By road the journey runs to hours — often across mountainous or unpaved interior. An AeroRide private charter covers it in 80 min, gate to gate, on the schedule you choose rather than a fixed timetable.
The whole aircraft is $4,930 — that price already includes the round-trip positioning of the aircraft, FBO access at both ends, meet-and-greet coordination and all luggage handling. With 5 aboard that is about $986 each. No commercial queues, no check-in counters, no gate lines.
Changuinola Airport (CHX) — departure
Changuinola Airport sits in Bocas del Toro — Mainland, 15 min to La Amistad Park entrance. The runway is 1830m of asphalt and the airport operates 6am-6pm.
Contadora Airport (OTD) — arrival
Contadora Airport serves Las Perlas Archipelago. 5 min to Contadora beach. The runway is 800m of asphalt, and the airport operates 6am-5pm.
On arrival, AeroRide passengers clear the FBO in minutes — no baggage carousel, no commercial crowd. Ground transfers are arranged in advance through the same WhatsApp line.
Changuinola to Contadora Island — frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Changuinola to Contadora Island?
About 80 min, direct. The private charter flies gate to gate with no connections — a fraction of the overland time.
How much does a private flight from Changuinola to Contadora Island cost?
$4,930 for the whole aircraft (up to 5 passengers) — about $986 per person with 5 aboard. Includes the round-trip ferry from the base.
How many passengers can fly?
Up to 5 passengers with luggage. For larger groups we coordinate a second aircraft — ask on WhatsApp.
What does the price include?
The whole aircraft, the round-trip positioning ferry, FBO access at CHX and OTD, meet-and-greet and all luggage handling. No hidden fees.
How do I book Changuinola to Contadora Island?
Message AeroRide on WhatsApp at +1 786 982 6354 or request a quote on this page. Quotes are returned in minutes.
Attractions near Contadora Island
Las Perlas Archipelago
Island & Marine
Private Island Hopping — Pearl Islands
Sailing & Adventure
Offshore Sportfishing — Contadora
Sport & Adventure
Diving & Snorkeling — Pearl Islands
Diving & Marine
Private Yachts — Pearl Islands
Sailing & Luxury