Private charter between Nairobi and Lamu starts at US$8,000 aboard a very light jet.
Private jet charter from Nairobi (NBO) to Lamu (LAU), and from Lamu (LAU) back to Nairobi (NBO).
The straight-line distance between Nairobi and Lamu is about 455 km (283 miles), or 246 nautical miles.
From KSh1,040,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Nairobi–Lamu 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. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. 6-8 seats and 3,700 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (KES) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | KSh1,240,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | KSh1,430,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | KSh1,040,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 03m | KSh1,240,000 – KSh1,760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 01m | KSh1,370,000 – KSh1,950,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 00m | KSh1,500,000 – KSh2,080,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 00m | KSh1,430,000 – KSh2,020,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 59 min | KSh1,560,000 – KSh2,210,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 57 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 20m | KSh1,040,000 – KSh1,430,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 16m | KSh1,170,000 – KSh1,560,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
What determines the price between Nairobi and Lamu? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
Lamu, Kenya: Manda Airport.
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Manda Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKJK / NBO | HKLU / LAU |
| Longest hard runway | 13,507 ft | 6,561 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,330 ft | 20 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 departure.
All 21 aircraft we quote for Nairobi to Lamu can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Manda Airport is the shorter of the two at 6,561 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 561 ft to spare. The leg is 455 km.
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 03m to your destination. That's the full journey.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Nairobi and Lamu.
See the guide range — US$8,000 – US$15,500 — before you even submit a request. No bait-and-switch.
A private cabin means confidential conversations stay confidential. Ideal for executives and families alike.
The Nairobi to Lamu route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a very light jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 03m gate to gate across the 455 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nairobi–Lamu 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.
