Charter Abu Dhabi to Nairobi privately from US$60,000, about 4h 39m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Abu Dhabi (AUH) ⇄ Nairobi (NBO) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Abu Dhabi and Nairobi is about 3,444 km (2,140 miles), or 1,859 nautical miles.
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Expect US$60,000 – US$157,500 for a one-way charter between Abu Dhabi 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 39m | 4h 11m – 5h 07m | US$60,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 4h 22m | 3h 56m – 4h 48m | US$83,000 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 22m | 3h 56m – 4h 48m | US$112,500 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawker 900XP | 4h 39m | US$60,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 4h 27m | US$66,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 22m | US$83,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 22m | US$91,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 27m | US$99,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 22m | US$112,500 – US$157,500 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 14m | US$124,000 – US$173,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 14m | US$135,000 – US$189,000 | 13-16 |
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 Abu Dhabi–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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Zayed International Airport and Al Bateen Executive Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Zayed International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OMAA / AUH | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 13,471 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 88 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 10,271 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,125 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,571 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,895 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 9,971 ft spare |
3,700 km 605 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 10,193 ft spare |
3,650 km 655 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 9,271 ft spare |
3,900 km 405 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,895 ft spare |
4,600 km 295 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,541 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,621 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,571 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,095 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,779 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,915 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 8,031 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,095 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 8,171 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,495 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,681 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,095 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,471 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,955 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,671 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,807 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,471 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,655 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,671 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,640 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Al Bateen Executive Airport (10,499 ft, 19 km) · Yas Island Seaplane Base · Yas Marina Heliport · Yas Marina Circuit Heliport · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
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 Abu Dhabi–Nairobi with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Demand on Abu Dhabi–Nairobi comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$60,000 – US$157,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Hawker 900XP) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 4h 39m gate to gate over 3,444 km (2,140 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Abu Dhabi–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 Abu Dhabi runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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