Fly private between Nairobi and Pemba from US$21,000 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
Private jet charter from Nairobi (NBO) to Pemba (POL), and from Pemba (POL) back to Nairobi (NBO).
Nairobi and Pemba lie approximately 1,357 km apart (843 mi / 733 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Nairobi to Pemba (and Pemba to Nairobi) ranges from US$21,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$58,000 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
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.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 06m | 1h 53m – 2h 19m | US$30,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 58m | 1h 46m – 2h 10m | US$41,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 06m | US$30,000 – US$42,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 05m | US$33,000 – US$46,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 00m | US$36,000 – US$50,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 58m | US$41,500 – US$58,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 58m | US$45,500 – US$64,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 00m | US$50,000 – US$69,500 | 9-12 |
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.
On Nairobi–Pemba, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
Pemba, Mozambique: Pemba Airport.
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Pemba Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKJK / NBO | FQPB / POL |
| Longest hard runway | 13,507 ft | 5,905 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,330 ft | 331 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.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 2,705 ft spare |
2,180 km 483 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 3,005 ft spare |
2,410 km 713 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 2,405 ft spare |
3,700 km 2,003 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 2,627 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,953 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 1,705 ft spare |
3,900 km 2,203 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 329 ft spare |
4,600 km 2,903 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 975 ft spare |
5,926 km 4,229 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,005 ft spare |
6,400 km 4,703 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 1,213 ft spare |
7,220 km 5,523 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 465 ft spare |
7,400 km 5,703 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 605 ft spare |
7,800 km 6,103 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 1,115 ft spare |
7,400 km 5,703 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 95 ft short |
14,260 km 12,563 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 105 ft spare |
11,112 km 9,415 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 95 ft short |
12,960 km 11,263 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 1,105 ft spare |
11,945 km 10,248 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
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You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 2h 06m to your destination. That's the full journey.
The Nairobi to Pemba route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$21,000 – US$58,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 2h 06m gate to gate across the 1,357 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a midsize jet for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nairobi–Pemba 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.
Of course: Pemba to Nairobi runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
