Private charter between Nairobi and Yaounde starts at US$53,000 aboard a midsize jet.
Private jet charter from Nairobi (NBO) to Yaounde (NSI), and from Yaounde (NSI) back to Nairobi (NBO).
Nairobi and Yaounde lie approximately 2,875 km apart (1,787 mi / 1,552 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$53,000 – US$138,000 for a one-way charter between Nairobi and Yaounde, depending on the aircraft — a midsize jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. With seating for 7-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
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. | 4h 00m | 3h 36m – 4h 24m | US$53,000 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 3h 42m | 3h 20m – 4h 04m | US$72,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 4h 00m | US$53,000 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 3h 57m | US$58,500 – US$70,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 3h 47m | US$63,500 – US$70,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 3h 42m | US$72,500 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 3h 42m | US$80,000 – US$100,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 3h 47m | US$87,000 – US$100,000 | 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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. 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.
Yaounde, Cameroon: Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport and Yaoundé Ville Airport.
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKJK / NBO | FKYS / NSI |
| Longest hard runway | 13,507 ft | 11,155 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,330 ft | 2,278 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 7,955 ft spare |
2,180 km 1,414 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 8,255 ft spare |
2,410 km 1,184 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 7,655 ft spare |
3,700 km 106 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 7,877 ft spare |
3,650 km 56 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 6,955 ft spare |
3,900 km 306 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 5,579 ft spare |
4,600 km 1,006 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 6,225 ft spare |
5,926 km 2,332 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 6,255 ft spare |
6,400 km 2,806 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 6,463 ft spare |
7,220 km 3,626 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 5,715 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,806 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 5,855 ft spare |
7,800 km 4,206 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 6,365 ft spare |
7,400 km 3,806 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,155 ft spare |
14,260 km 10,666 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 5,355 ft spare |
11,112 km 7,518 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 5,155 ft spare |
12,960 km 9,366 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 6,355 ft spare |
11,945 km 8,351 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km) · Yaoundé Ville Airport (6,519 ft, 13 km)
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
Choose your wheels-up time — Nairobi–Yaounde runs on your calendar, not an airline's.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
The Nairobi to Yaounde 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$53,000 – US$138,000 one-way — from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 4h 00m gate to gate over 2,875 km (1,787 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–Yaounde departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Nairobi–Yaounde charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Yaounde to Nairobi runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
