Private charter between Kigali and Mombasa starts at US$12,000 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Kigali (KGL) to Mombasa (MBA), and from Mombasa (MBA) back to Kigali (KGL).
The straight-line distance between Kigali and Mombasa is about 1,075 km (668 miles), or 580 nautical miles.
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Expect US$12,000 – US$35,500 for a one-way charter between Kigali and Mombasa, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 45m | 1h 35m – 1h 56m | US$25,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 45m | US$25,500 – US$35,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 44m | US$28,000 – US$39,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 40m | US$30,500 – US$42,500 | 8-10 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. 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:
Kigali, Rwanda: Kigali International Airport.
Mombasa, Kenya: Moi International Airport.
| Kigali International Airport | Moi International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HRYR / KGL | HKMO / MBA |
| Longest hard runway | 11,483 ft | 10,991 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4,859 ft | 200 ft |
All 19 aircraft we quote for Kigali to Mombasa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Kigali International Airport has 11,483 ft and Moi International Airport 10,991 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,075 km.
Alternates within range: Kirundo Airport
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
See the guide range — US$12,000 – US$35,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Demand on Kigali–Mombasa comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$12,000 – US$35,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 45m gate to gate across the 1,075 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kigali–Mombasa departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kigali–Mombasa charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
