Fly private between Douala and Nairobi from US$56,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Douala (DLA) to Nairobi (NBO), and from Nairobi (NBO) back to Douala (DLA).
Douala and Nairobi lie approximately 3,081 km apart (1,914 mi / 1,664 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Douala to Nairobi (and Nairobi to Douala) ranges from US$56,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$145,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. 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. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. With seating for 9-12, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 15m | 3h 50m – 4h 41m | US$56,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 56m | 3h 32m – 4h 20m | US$76,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 15m | US$56,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 4h 12m | US$61,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 4h 01m | US$67,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 56m | US$76,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 56m | US$84,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 01m | US$92,000 – US$100,000 | 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.
On Douala–Nairobi, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. 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:
Douala, Cameroon: Douala International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Douala International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FKKD / DLA | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 9,350 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 6,150 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,672 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 6,450 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,442 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 5,850 ft spare |
3,700 km 152 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 6,072 ft spare |
3,650 km 202 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 5,150 ft spare |
3,900 km 48 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 3,774 ft spare |
4,600 km 748 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 4,420 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,074 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 4,450 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,548 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 4,658 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,368 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 3,910 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,548 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 4,050 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,948 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 4,560 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,548 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,350 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,408 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 3,550 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,260 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 3,350 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,108 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 4,550 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,093 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Tiko Airport (4,512 ft, 41 km) · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Douala to Nairobi.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
Douala–Nairobi is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$56,000 – US$145,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 4h 15m gate to gate across the 3,081 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 Douala–Nairobi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Douala–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.
