Charter Cotonou to Nairobi privately from US$66,000, about 4h 55m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Cotonou (COO) to Nairobi (NBO) and Nairobi to Cotonou — timed and priced alike.
Cotonou and Nairobi lie approximately 3,928 km apart (2,441 mi / 2,121 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Cotonou to Nairobi (and Nairobi to Cotonou) ranges from US$66,000 for a super midsize jet like the Challenger 350, up to US$173,000 for a heavy jet such as the Challenger 605. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 55m | 4h 26m – 5h 25m | US$91,000 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 55m | 4h 26m – 5h 25m | US$123,500 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 55m | US$91,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 55m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 5h 01m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 55m | US$123,500 – US$173,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 46m | US$136,000 – US$190,500 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 46m | US$148,000 – US$200,000 | 13-16 |
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.
What determines the price between Cotonou and Nairobi? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. 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:
Cotonou, Benin: Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Cotonou Cadjehoun International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | DBBB / COO | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 7,906 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 19 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 CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 4,406 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,210 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 4,628 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,260 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 3,706 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,010 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 2,330 ft spare |
4,600 km 310 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 2,976 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,016 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 3,006 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,490 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 3,214 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,310 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 2,466 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,490 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 2,606 ft spare |
7,800 km 2,890 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 3,116 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,490 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,906 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,350 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 2,106 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,202 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 1,906 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,050 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 3,106 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,035 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
2 further aircraft are omitted: they would need more than one fuel stop over 3,928 km.
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Cotonou and Nairobi is built around your itinerary.
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.
We publish the price band (US$66,000 – US$173,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Cotonou–Nairobi is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$66,000 – US$173,000 one-way — from a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 4h 55m gate to gate across the 3,928 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet. We lead with a super midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Cotonou–Nairobi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Cotonou–Nairobi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Nairobi to Cotonou runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
