Private charter between Lagos and Nairobi starts at US$65,000 aboard a super midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Lagos (LOS) to Nairobi (NBO), and from Nairobi (NBO) back to Lagos (LOS).
As the crow flies, Lagos to Nairobi is roughly 3,832 kilometres — 2,381 miles, or 2,069 nautical miles.
From US$65,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Lagos to Nairobi (and Nairobi to Lagos) ranges from US$65,000 for a super midsize jet like the Challenger 350, up to US$170,000 for a heavy jet such as the Challenger 605. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
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.
Large-group luxury with full galley, lie-flat beds, and dedicated crew rest. 12-16 seats and 7,400 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Midsize Jet · rec. | 4h 48m | 4h 19m – 5h 17m | US$89,500 | 9-12 |
| Heavy Jet | 4h 48m | 4h 19m – 5h 17m | US$121,500 | 12-16 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 4h 48m | US$89,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 4h 48m | US$98,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 4h 54m | US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 605 | 4h 48m | US$121,500 – US$170,000 | 12-16 |
| Falcon 2000LXS | 4h 39m | US$133,500 – US$187,000 | 10-14 |
| Gulfstream G450 | 4h 39m | US$146,000 – US$200,000 | 13-16 |
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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Lagos–Nairobi charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Lagos, Nigeria: Murtala Muhammed International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Murtala Muhammed International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | DNMM / LOS | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 12,794 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 135 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 9,894 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,380 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 9,294 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,090 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,516 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,140 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,594 ft spare |
3,900 km 890 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,218 ft spare |
4,600 km 190 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 7,864 ft spare |
5,926 km 1,136 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 7,894 ft spare |
6,400 km 1,610 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,102 ft spare |
7,220 km 2,430 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,354 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,610 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,494 ft spare |
7,800 km 3,010 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,004 ft spare |
7,400 km 2,610 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,794 ft spare |
14,260 km 9,470 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,994 ft spare |
11,112 km 6,322 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,794 ft spare |
12,960 km 8,170 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,994 ft spare |
11,945 km 7,155 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
1 further aircraft is omitted: it would need more than one fuel stop over 3,832 km.
Alternates within range: Maryland Heliport · Pan African Towers Helipad · Banana Island Helipad · Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library Abeokuta Helipad · Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Lagos and Nairobi.
See the guide range — US$65,000 – US$170,000 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Lagos to Nairobi.
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Demand on Lagos–Nairobi comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$65,000 – US$170,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a super midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 4h 48m gate to gate across the 3,832 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Super Midsize Jet, Heavy Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a super midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Lagos–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.
