Fly private between Maputo and Nairobi from US$51,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Maputo (MPM) ⇄ Nairobi (NBO) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Maputo to Nairobi is roughly 2,775 kilometres — 1,724 miles, or 1,498 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Maputo–Nairobi spans US$51,500 – US$134,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 52m | 3h 29m – 4h 15m | US$51,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 35m | 3h 14m – 3h 57m | US$70,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 52m | US$51,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 50m | US$56,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 40m | US$62,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 35m | US$70,500 – US$98,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 35m | US$77,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 40m | US$84,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
On Maputo–Nairobi, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Maputo, Mozambique: Maputo Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Maputo Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FQMA / MPM | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 12,008 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 145 ft | 5,330 ft |
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is at 5,330 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 8,808 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,289 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 9,108 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,059 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,508 ft spare |
3,700 km 231 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 8,730 ft spare |
3,650 km 181 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 7,808 ft spare |
3,900 km 431 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,432 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,131 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 7,078 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,457 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 7,108 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,931 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,316 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,751 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 6,568 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,931 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 6,708 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,331 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,218 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,931 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,008 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,791 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,208 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,643 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,008 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,491 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,208 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,476 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Our team responds to Maputo–Nairobi quote requests within the hour during business hours, with real aircraft options.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Those 3h 52m are uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Maputo–Nairobi is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$51,500 – US$134,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 3h 52m gate to gate over 2,775 km (1,724 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Maputo–Nairobi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Maputo–Nairobi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Nairobi to Maputo runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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