Private charter between Dubai and Nairobi starts at US$61,500 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Dubai (DXB) to Nairobi (NBO), and from Nairobi (NBO) back to Dubai (DXB).
As the crow flies, Dubai to Nairobi is roughly 3,559 kilometres — 2,212 miles, or 1,922 nautical miles.
From US$61,500 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$61,500 – US$161,500 for a one-way charter between Dubai and Nairobi, 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.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. 12-16 seats and 7,400 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 48m | 4h 19m – 5h 17m | US$61,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 4h 29m | 4h 02m – 4h 56m | US$85,000 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 29m | 4h 02m – 4h 56m | US$115,500 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawker 900XP | 4h 48m | US$61,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 4h 35m | US$67,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 29m | US$85,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 29m | US$93,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 35m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 29m | US$115,500 – US$161,500 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 21m | US$127,000 – US$177,500 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 21m | US$138,500 – US$194,000 | 13-16 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Every Dubai–Nairobi quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs across the regions you cross, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Dubai International Airport, Sharjah International Airport, Al Maktoum International Airport and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Dubai International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OMDB / DXB | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 14,590 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 62 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,607 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,039 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 10,007 ft spare |
3,700 km 749 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 10,229 ft spare |
3,650 km 799 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 9,307 ft spare |
3,900 km 549 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,931 ft spare |
4,600 km 151 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,577 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,477 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,607 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,951 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,815 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,771 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 8,067 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,951 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 8,207 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,351 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,717 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,951 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,507 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,811 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,707 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,663 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,507 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,511 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,707 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,496 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
1 further aircraft is omitted: it would need more than one fuel stop over 3,559 km.
Alternates within range: Sharjah International Airport (13,320 ft, 17 km) · Al Maktoum International Airport (14,764 ft, 45 km) · Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (12,336 ft, 70 km) · Dubai Seaplane Terminal · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Travel Dubai–Nairobi with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
The Dubai to Nairobi route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$61,500 – US$161,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 4h 48m gate to gate over 3,559 km (2,212 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Dubai–Nairobi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Nairobi to Dubai runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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