Private charter between Mombasa and Zanzibar starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Mombasa (MBA) ⇄ Zanzibar (ZNZ) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
As the crow flies, Mombasa to Zanzibar is roughly 247 kilometres — 153 miles, or 133 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$15,500 for a one-way charter between Mombasa and Zanzibar, 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. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 54 min | 49 min – 59 min | US$8,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 45 min | 41 min – 50 min | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 54 min | US$8,000 – US$11,000 | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 51 min | US$9,000 – US$12,000 | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 45 min | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 44 min | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 43 min | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Charter pricing on Mombasa–Zanzibar moves with route distance, winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport charges at origin and destination. We lock in a firm, all-in figure once we match your dates to available aircraft. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Mombasa, Kenya: Moi International Airport.
Zanzibar, Tanzania: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
| Moi International Airport | Abeid Amani Karume International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKMO / MBA | HTZA / ZNZ |
| Longest hard runway | 10,991 ft | 9,915 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 200 ft | 54 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Mombasa to Zanzibar can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Moi International Airport has 10,991 ft and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport 9,915 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 247 km.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 247 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
We can route through smaller, less congested airfields at either end, often a shorter drive from your actual destination.
Transparent from the start: a clear US$8,000 – US$15,500 range for Mombasa–Zanzibar, confirmed once we check live availability.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Mombasa to Zanzibar.
Mombasa–Zanzibar is a frequently chartered international 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.
Roughly 54 min gate to gate across the 247 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Mombasa–Zanzibar charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Mombasa–Zanzibar charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Zanzibar to Mombasa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
