Fly private between Cairo and Kano from US$56,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Cairo (CAI) to Kano (KAN), and from Kano (KAN) back to Cairo (CAI).
As the crow flies, Cairo to Kano is roughly 3,097 kilometres — 1,924 miles, or 1,672 nautical miles.
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Expect US$56,000 – US$145,500 for a one-way charter between Cairo and Kano, 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. | 4h 16m | 3h 50m – 4h 42m | US$56,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 58m | 3h 34m – 4h 22m | US$76,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 16m | US$56,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 4h 13m | US$61,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 4h 03m | US$67,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 58m | US$76,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 58m | US$84,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 03m | US$92,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Cairo–Kano charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. 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:
Cairo, Egypt: Cairo International Airport, Capital International Airport, Quesna Airport, Sphinx International Airport and October Airport.
Kano, Nigeria: Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport.
| Cairo International Airport | Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HECA / CAI | DNKN / KAN |
| Longest hard runway | 13,124 ft | 10,831 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 322 ft | 1,562 ft |
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,631 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,692 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,931 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,462 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,331 ft spare |
3,700 km 172 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,553 ft spare |
3,650 km 222 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,631 ft spare |
3,900 km 28 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,255 ft spare |
4,600 km 728 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,901 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,054 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,931 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,528 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,139 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,348 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,391 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,528 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,531 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,928 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,041 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,528 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,831 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,388 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,031 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,240 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,831 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,088 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,031 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,073 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Capital International Airport (11,980 ft, 43 km) · Quesna Airport (9,054 ft, 58 km) · Sphinx International Airport (11,975 ft, 48 km) · October Airport (6,562 ft, 64 km)
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Cairo–Kano when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Demand on Cairo–Kano 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$56,000 – US$145,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 4h 16m gate to gate across the 3,097 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Cairo–Kano charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Cairo–Kano charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Kano to Cairo runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
