Fly private between Mombasa and Nairobi from US$8,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Mombasa (MBA) to Nairobi (NBO) and Nairobi to Mombasa — timed and priced alike.
Mombasa and Nairobi lie approximately 423 km apart (263 mi / 228 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Mombasa–Nairobi spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (KES) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 59 min | 53 min – 1h 05m | KSh1,240,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 57 min | 51 min – 1h 03m | KSh1,430,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 15m | 1h 08m – 1h 23m | KSh1,040,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 59 min | KSh1,240,000 – KSh1,760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 58 min | KSh1,370,000 – KSh1,950,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 57 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+ | 57 min | KSh1,430,000 – KSh2,020,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 55 min | KSh1,560,000 – KSh2,210,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 54 min | KSh1,690,000 – KSh2,410,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 15m | KSh1,040,000 – KSh1,430,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 11m | KSh1,170,000 – KSh1,560,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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 Mombasa–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:
Mombasa, Kenya: Moi International Airport.
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
| Moi International Airport | Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKMO / MBA | HKJK / NBO |
| Longest hard runway | 10,991 ft | 13,507 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 200 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 Mombasa to Nairobi can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Moi International Airport has 10,991 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 423 km.
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Your dog or cat travels in the cabin beside you — never in the hold. Just mention your pet when you enquire.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Mombasa–Nairobi when the time is right.
Mombasa–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 very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 59 min gate to gate over 423 km (263 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a very light jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Mombasa–Nairobi charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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.
