Fly private between Addis Ababa and Nairobi from US$13,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Addis Ababa (ADD) to Nairobi (NBO) and Nairobi to Addis Ababa — timed and priced alike.
Addis Ababa and Nairobi lie approximately 1,164 km apart (723 mi / 628 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Addis Ababa to Nairobi (and Nairobi to Addis Ababa) ranges from US$13,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$38,000 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 51m | 1h 40m – 2h 02m | US$27,000 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 51m | US$27,000 – US$38,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 50m | US$29,500 – US$42,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 46m | US$32,500 – US$45,500 | 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.
Jet charter costs between Addis Ababa and Nairobi are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book. 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:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and Harar Meda Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HAAB / ADD | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 12,467 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,630 ft | 5,330 ft |
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is at 7,630 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
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.
All 19 aircraft we quote for Addis Ababa to Nairobi can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport has 12,467 ft and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport 13,507 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. At 1,164 km it is close to the limit for the shortest-legged aircraft here, the Pilatus PC-12 NGX at 1,800 km.
Alternates within range: Harar Meda Airport (5,940 ft, 37 km) · African Union Heliport · 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 pricing on Addis Ababa–Nairobi is published clearly: US$13,000 – US$38,000. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Demand on Addis Ababa–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$13,000 – US$38,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 51m gate to gate over 1,164 km (723 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Addis Ababa–Nairobi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Addis Ababa–Nairobi 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.
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