Private charter between Gaberone and Nairobi starts at US$52,500 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Gaberone (GBE) to Nairobi (NBO), and from Nairobi (NBO) back to Gaberone (GBE).
Gaberone and Nairobi lie approximately 2,842 km apart (1,766 mi / 1,535 nm) on a direct routing.
From US$52,500 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Gaberone–Nairobi spans US$52,500 – US$136,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 3h 57m | 3h 33m – 4h 21m | US$52,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 40m | 3h 18m – 4h 02m | US$72,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 3h 57m | US$52,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 55m | US$58,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 45m | US$63,000 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 40m | US$72,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 40m | US$79,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 45m | US$86,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Jet charter costs between Gaberone 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:
Gaberone, Botswana: Sir Seretse Khama International Airport and Thebephatshwa Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Sir Seretse Khama International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FBSK / GBE | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 13,123 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Concrete | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 3,299 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 9,923 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,373 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,223 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,143 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 9,623 ft spare |
3,700 km 147 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,845 ft spare |
3,650 km 97 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,923 ft spare |
3,900 km 347 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,547 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,047 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,193 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,373 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,223 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,847 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,431 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,667 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,683 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,847 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,823 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,247 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,333 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,847 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,123 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,707 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,323 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,559 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,123 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,407 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,323 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,392 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Thebephatshwa Airport (9,850 ft, 69 km) · Madikwe East Airport (4,878 ft, 53 km) · Sir Seretse Khama Barracks Heliport · Molori Heliport · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Travel Gaberone–Nairobi with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
Demand on Gaberone–Nairobi comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$52,500 – US$136,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 3h 57m gate to gate across the 2,842 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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 Gaberone–Nairobi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
