Private charter between Nairobi and Samburu South starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
We fly Nairobi (NBO) ⇄ Samburu South (UAS) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
The straight-line distance between Nairobi and Samburu South is about 217 km (135 miles), or 117 nautical miles.
From KSh1,040,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Guide pricing for Nairobi–Samburu South spans US$8,000 – US$11,000: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | KSh1,040,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 51 min | KSh1,040,000 – KSh1,430,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 49 min | 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.
Jet charter costs between Nairobi and Samburu South are driven by three main factors: the direct distance and winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, and airside fees at each airport. Final pricing is confirmed against real aircraft availability before you book.
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.
Samburu South, Kenya: Samburu Airport.
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Samburu Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKJK / NBO | HKSB / UAS |
| Longest hard runway | 13,507 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | — |
| Field elevation | 5,330 ft | 3,295 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.
No aircraft in our fleet range covers this sector non-stop from these airfields; a fuel stop is part of any realistic plan.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft 12,007 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,528 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 11,507 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,428 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 10,307 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,908 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 10,607 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,138 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 10,507 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,628 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 12,007 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,708 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 12,307 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,208 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 10,007 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,428 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 10,229 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,378 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 9,307 ft spare |
3,900 km 3,628 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 7,931 ft spare |
4,600 km 4,328 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 8,577 ft spare |
5,926 km 5,654 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 8,607 ft spare |
6,400 km 6,128 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 8,815 ft spare |
7,220 km 6,948 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 8,067 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,128 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 8,207 ft spare |
7,800 km 7,528 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 8,717 ft spare |
7,400 km 7,128 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,507 ft spare |
14,260 km 13,988 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 7,707 ft spare |
11,112 km 10,840 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 7,507 ft spare |
12,960 km 12,688 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 8,707 ft spare |
11,945 km 11,673 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$11,000) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
The Nairobi to Samburu South route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 51 min gate to gate across the 217 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Yes — we handle last-minute Nairobi–Samburu South charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Nairobi–Samburu South charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Samburu South to Nairobi runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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