Charter Nairobi to Zanzibar privately from US$9,500, about 1h 14m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Nairobi (NBO) to Zanzibar (ZNZ), and from Zanzibar (ZNZ) back to Nairobi (NBO).
Nairobi and Zanzibar lie approximately 602 km apart (374 mi / 325 nm) on a direct routing.
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Expect US$9,500 – US$24,000 for a one-way charter between Nairobi and Zanzibar, depending on the aircraft — a very light jet sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 14m | 1h 07m – 1h 21m | US$9,500 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 10m | 1h 03m – 1h 17m | US$12,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 14m | US$9,500 – US$13,500 | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 12m | US$10,500 – US$15,000 | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 10m | US$11,500 – US$16,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 10m | US$12,000 – US$17,000 | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 1h 09m | US$13,000 – US$18,500 | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 1h 06m | US$14,500 – US$20,500 | 6-8 |
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–Zanzibar, 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.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Nairobi, Kenya: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Nairobi Wilson Airport.
Zanzibar, Tanzania: Abeid Amani Karume International Airport.
| Jomo Kenyatta International Airport | Abeid Amani Karume International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKJK / NBO | HTZA / ZNZ |
| Longest hard runway | 13,507 ft | 9,915 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 5,330 ft | 54 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 Zanzibar can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has 13,507 ft and Abeid Amani Karume International Airport 9,915 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 602 km.
Alternates within range: Nairobi Wilson Airport (5,052 ft, 13 km)
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Nairobi to Zanzibar.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
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–Zanzibar quote requests within 60 minutes.
Demand on Nairobi–Zanzibar comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$9,500 – US$24,000 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
Roughly 1h 14m gate to gate across the 602 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nairobi–Zanzibar 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: Zanzibar to Nairobi runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
