Fly private between Kisumu and Nairobi from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Kisumu (KIS) ⇄ Nairobi (NBO) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Kisumu to Nairobi is roughly 280 kilometres — 174 miles, or 151 nautical miles.
From KSh1,040,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Kisumu and Nairobi, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (KES) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 58 min | 52 min – 1h 04m | KSh1,040,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 47 min | 42 min – 52 min | KSh1,240,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 58 min | KSh1,040,000 – KSh1,430,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 55 min | KSh1,170,000 – KSh1,560,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 47 min | KSh1,240,000 – KSh1,760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 46 min | KSh1,370,000 – KSh1,950,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 46 min | KSh1,500,000 – KSh2,080,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Kisumu–Nairobi quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Kisumu, Kenya: Kisumu International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Kisumu International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKKI / KIS | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 10,823 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 3,734 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 21 aircraft we quote for Kisumu to Nairobi can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Kisumu International Airport has 10,823 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 280 km.
Alternates within range: Kakamega Airport (3,420 ft, 40 km) · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
Commercial adds hours in terminals. Private charter cuts the Kisumu–Nairobi trip to about 58 min gate to gate.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Kisumu–Nairobi is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 58 min gate to gate over 280 km (174 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Kisumu–Nairobi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Kisumu–Nairobi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Nairobi to Kisumu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
