Fly private between Nairobi and Sanaa from US$28,500 for a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+). Get an instant quote.
We fly Nairobi (NBO) ⇄ Sanaa (SAH) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Nairobi and Sanaa lie approximately 2,032 km apart (1,263 mi / 1,097 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Nairobi to Sanaa (and Sanaa to Nairobi) ranges from US$28,500 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$78,500 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. It seats 9-12 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 2h 56m | 2h 38m – 3h 14m | US$40,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 44m | 2h 28m – 3h 00m | US$56,000 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 56m | US$40,500 – US$56,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 55m | US$44,500 – US$62,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 47m | US$48,500 – US$68,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 44m | US$56,000 – US$78,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 44m | US$61,500 – US$86,500 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 47m | US$67,000 – US$94,000 | 9-12 |
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.
On Nairobi–Sanaa, 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.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
Sanaa, Yemen: Sanaa International Airport.
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Sanaa International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKJK / NBO | OYSN / SAH |
| Longest hard runway | 13,507 ft | 10,669 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,330 ft | 7,216 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.
Sanaa International Airport is at 7,216 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 7,469 ft spare |
2,180 km 360 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 7,769 ft spare |
2,410 km 130 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,169 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,160 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,391 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,110 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,469 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,360 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,093 ft spare |
4,600 km 2,060 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 5,739 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,386 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 5,769 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,860 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 5,977 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,680 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,229 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,860 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,369 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,260 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 5,879 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,860 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,669 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,720 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 4,869 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,572 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 4,669 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,420 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 5,869 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,405 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
We do the due diligence on every operator so you don't have to. Certified, insured, and audited before your wheels leave the ground.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Nairobi–Sanaa quote requests within 60 minutes.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Nairobi–Sanaa when the time is right.
The Nairobi to Sanaa route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$28,500 – US$78,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 56m gate to gate over 2,032 km (1,263 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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–Sanaa departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Nairobi–Sanaa charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
