Fly private between Nanyuki and Samburu South from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
This route runs both ways — Nanyuki (NYK) to Samburu South (UAS) and Samburu South to Nanyuki — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Nanyuki and Samburu South is about 86 km (53 miles), or 46 nautical miles.
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Expect US$8,000 – US$11,000 for a one-way charter between Nanyuki and Samburu South, depending on the aircraft — a turboprop sits at the lower end, larger jets above. Pets are welcome in-cabin on every option.
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. | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | KSh1,040,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (KES) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 34 min | KSh1,040,000 – KSh1,430,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 34 min | 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.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Nanyuki–Samburu South charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs at both ends, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Nanyuki, Kenya: Nanyuki Civil Airport.
Samburu South, Kenya: Samburu Airport.
| Nanyuki Civil Airport | Samburu Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HKNL / NYK | HKSB / UAS |
| Longest hard runway | 3,900 ft | — |
| Surface | Asphalt | — |
| Field elevation | 6,250 ft | 3,295 ft |
Nanyuki Civil Airport is at 6,250 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 2,400 ft spare |
1,800 km 1,692 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft 1,900 ft spare |
2,700 km 2,592 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 700 ft spare |
2,180 km 2,072 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 1,000 ft spare |
2,410 km 2,302 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft 900 ft spare |
2,900 km 2,792 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft 2,400 ft spare |
1,980 km 1,872 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft 2,700 ft spare |
1,480 km 1,372 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 400 ft spare |
3,700 km 3,592 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 622 ft spare |
3,650 km 3,542 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 300 ft short |
3,900 km 3,792 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 1,676 ft short |
4,600 km 4,492 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 1,030 ft short |
5,926 km 5,818 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 1,000 ft short |
6,400 km 6,292 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 792 ft short |
7,220 km 7,112 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 1,540 ft short |
7,400 km 7,292 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 1,400 ft short |
7,800 km 7,692 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 890 ft short |
7,400 km 7,292 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,100 ft short |
14,260 km 14,152 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 1,900 ft short |
11,112 km 11,004 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 2,100 ft short |
12,960 km 12,852 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 900 ft short |
11,945 km 11,837 km spare after reserves |
Runway too short |
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Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Nanyuki and Samburu South is built around your itinerary.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 34 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
The Nanyuki to Samburu South route is a popular domestic private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$8,000 – US$11,000 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 34 min gate to gate over 86 km (53 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Nanyuki–Samburu South 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.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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