Private charter between Cairo and Nairobi starts at US$61,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Cairo (CAI) to Nairobi (NBO) and Nairobi to Cairo — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Cairo and Nairobi is about 3,544 km (2,202 miles), or 1,913 nautical miles.
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Expect US$61,500 – US$161,000 for a one-way charter between Cairo 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. 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. With seating for 12-16, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 47m | 4h 18m – 5h 16m | US$61,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 4h 28m | 4h 01m – 4h 55m | US$84,500 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 28m | 4h 01m – 4h 55m | US$115,000 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawker 900XP | 4h 47m | US$61,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 4h 34m | US$67,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 28m | US$84,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 28m | US$93,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 34m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 28m | US$115,000 – US$161,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 20m | US$126,500 – US$177,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 20m | US$138,000 – US$193,000 | 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.
Jet charter costs between Cairo 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:
Cairo, Egypt: Cairo International Airport, Capital International Airport, Quesna Airport, Sphinx International Airport and October Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Cairo International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HECA / CAI | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 13,124 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 322 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 10,224 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,020 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 9,624 ft spare |
3,700 km 730 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,846 ft spare |
3,650 km 780 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,924 ft spare |
3,900 km 530 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,548 ft spare |
4,600 km 170 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,194 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,496 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,224 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,970 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,432 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,790 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,684 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,970 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,824 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,370 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,334 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,970 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,124 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,830 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,324 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,682 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,124 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,530 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,324 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,515 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
1 further aircraft is omitted: it would need more than one fuel stop over 3,544 km.
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) · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Cairo–Nairobi when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$61,500 – US$161,000 range for Cairo–Nairobi, confirmed once we check live availability.
Demand on Cairo–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$61,500 – US$161,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Hawker 900XP) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 4h 47m gate to gate across the 3,544 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Cairo–Nairobi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Cairo–Nairobi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Nairobi to Cairo runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
