Charter Lamu to Malindi privately from US$8,000, about 41 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Lamu (LAU) to Malindi (MYD) and Malindi to Lamu — timed and priced alike.
Lamu and Malindi lie approximately 141 km apart (88 mi / 76 nm) on a direct routing.
From KSh1,040,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Lamu to Malindi (and Malindi to Lamu) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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. It seats 6-8 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (KES) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 41 min | 37 min – 45 min | KSh1,040,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 36 min | 32 min – 40 min | KSh1,240,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | KSh1,430,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 41 min | KSh1,040,000 – KSh1,430,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 40 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 | 36 min | KSh1,240,000 – KSh1,760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 35 min | KSh1,370,000 – KSh1,950,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 35 min | KSh1,500,000 – KSh2,080,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 35 min | KSh1,430,000 – KSh2,020,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 34 min | KSh1,560,000 – KSh2,210,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 34 min | KSh1,690,000 – KSh2,410,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Charter pricing on Lamu–Malindi moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs at both ends, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Lamu, Kenya: Manda Airport.
Malindi, Kenya: Malindi International Airport.
The 41 min airborne is uninterrupted time — work, rest, or simply arrive ready.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Lamu–Malindi, confirmed once we check live availability.
From boarding to arrival, the aircraft is exclusively yours. Discretion is built into every private charter.
Demand on Lamu–Malindi comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
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.
Roughly 41 min airborne across the 141 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Lamu–Malindi departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Lamu–Malindi charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Malindi to Lamu runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
