Charter Kigali to Nairobi privately from US$9,500, about 1h 27m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
We fly Kigali (KGL) ⇄ Nairobi (NBO) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Kigali to Nairobi is roughly 758 kilometres — 471 miles, or 409 nautical miles.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$28,000 for a one-way charter between Kigali and Nairobi, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 27m | 1h 18m – 1h 36m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 22m | 1h 14m – 1h 30m | US$14,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 27m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 25m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 22m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 22m | US$14,000 – US$19,500 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 20m | US$15,500 – US$21,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 17m | US$17,000 – US$23,500 | 6-8 |
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.
What determines the price between Kigali 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.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Kigali, Rwanda: Kigali International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Kigali International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HRYR / KGL | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 11,483 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 4,859 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.
All 19 aircraft we quote for Kigali to Nairobi can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Kigali International Airport has 11,483 ft and Jomo Kenyatta International Airport 13,507 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 758 km.
Alternates within range: Kirundo Airport · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
See the guide range — US$9,500 – US$28,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
Travel Kigali–Nairobi with your dog, cat or other pet beside you in the cabin. Simply flag it when you request a quote.
Charter safety is non-negotiable. All operators on our network carry current AOC certification and third-party audits.
Kigali–Nairobi is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$9,500 – US$28,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 27m gate to gate across the 758 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Kigali–Nairobi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Kigali–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.
