Private charter between Harare and Nairobi starts at US$27,500 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Harare (HRE) to Nairobi (NBO), and from Nairobi (NBO) back to Harare (HRE).
The straight-line distance between Harare and Nairobi is about 1,954 km (1,214 miles), or 1,055 nautical miles.
From US$27,500 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$27,500 – US$75,500 for a one-way charter between Harare 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. 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. | 2h 51m | 2h 34m – 3h 08m | US$39,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 39m | 2h 23m – 2h 55m | US$54,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 51m | US$39,500 – US$55,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 49m | US$43,500 – US$61,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 42m | US$47,500 – US$66,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 39m | US$54,000 – US$75,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 39m | US$59,500 – US$83,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 42m | US$65,000 – US$90,500 | 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.
Charter pricing on Harare–Nairobi moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft. 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:
Harare, Zimbabwe: Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | FVRG / HRE | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 15,502 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4,887 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 10,307 ft spare |
2,180 km 263 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,607 ft spare |
2,410 km 33 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 10,007 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,257 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 10,229 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,207 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 9,307 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,457 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,931 ft spare |
4,600 km 2,157 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,577 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,483 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,607 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,957 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,815 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,777 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 8,067 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,957 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 8,207 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,357 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,717 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,957 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,507 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,817 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,707 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,669 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,507 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,517 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,707 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,502 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Charles Prince Airport (3,937 ft, 27 km) · Marondera Airport (2,625 ft, 48 km) · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
We work exclusively with operators who hold the correct certifications and maintenance records for the routes they fly.
We aim to have live options and a firm quote in your hands within 60 minutes of your request.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 1,954 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Demand on Harare–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$27,500 – US$75,500 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 51m gate to gate across the 1,954 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 Harare–Nairobi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Harare–Nairobi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Nairobi to Harare runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
