Fly private between Nairobi and Wajir from US$8,000 for a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Nairobi (NBO) to Wajir (WJR) and Wajir to Nairobi — timed and priced alike.
Nairobi and Wajir lie approximately 489 km apart (304 mi / 264 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Nairobi–Wajir 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. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (KES) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 05m | 59 min – 1h 12m | KSh1,240,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 02m | 56 min – 1h 08m | KSh1,430,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 23m | 1h 15m – 1h 31m | KSh1,040,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 05m | KSh1,240,000 – KSh1,760,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 03m | KSh1,370,000 – KSh1,950,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 02m | 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 02m | KSh1,430,000 – KSh2,020,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 00m | KSh1,560,000 – KSh2,210,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 58 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 23m | KSh1,040,000 – KSh1,430,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 18m | KSh1,170,000 – KSh1,560,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
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. Currency conversion is approximate.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs at both ends, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it.
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.
Wajir, Kenya: Wajir Airport.
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Wajir Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKJK / NBO | HKWJ / WJR |
| Longest hard runway | 13,507 ft | 9,193 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,330 ft | 770 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 Wajir can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has 13,507 ft and Wajir Airport 9,193 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 489 km.
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 1h 05m to your destination. That's the full 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 Nairobi–Wajir, confirmed once we check live availability.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Nairobi to Wajir.
Nairobi–Wajir is a frequently chartered domestic 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 very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 05m gate to gate over 489 km (304 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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–Wajir departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Nairobi–Wajir 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.
