Private charter between Asmara and Nairobi starts at US$26,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Asmara (ASM) to Nairobi (NBO) and Nairobi to Asmara — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Asmara to Nairobi is roughly 1,860 kilometres — 1,156 miles, or 1,004 nautical miles.
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Expect US$26,500 – US$73,000 for a one-way charter between Asmara 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. 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. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 44m | 2h 28m – 3h 00m | US$38,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 32m | 2h 17m – 2h 47m | US$52,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 44m | US$38,000 – US$53,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 42m | US$42,000 – US$58,500 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 35m | US$45,500 – US$63,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 32m | US$52,000 – US$73,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 32m | US$57,000 – US$80,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 35m | US$62,500 – US$87,500 | 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.
The guide range for Asmara–Nairobi is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules. 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:
Asmara, Eritrea: Asmara International Airport and Massawa International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Asmara International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HHAS / ASM | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 9,842 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,661 ft | 5,330 ft |
Asmara International Airport is at 7,661 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.
15 of the 16 aircraft we quote for Asmara to Nairobi use both airfields and fly it non-stop. The exception is the Embraer Phenom 100EV, 145 km short after reserves on a 1,860 km leg — it would need a fuel stop. Asmara International Airport has 9,842 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.
Alternates within range: Massawa International Airport (11,483 ft, 65 km) · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
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.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Asmara to Nairobi.
Demand on Asmara–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$26,500 – US$73,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 2h 44m gate to gate over 1,860 km (1,156 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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Asmara–Nairobi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Asmara–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.
