Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Abidjan ➔ Nairobi
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~4,590 km
Average flight time
~5h 36m
Recommended aircraft
Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Abidjan and Nairobi aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Chartering privately between Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) and Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK) removes connections entirely: 4,597 km non-stop in 5h30. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Abidjan. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP)
On the departure side, Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP) serves Abidjan from 5.26°N / 3.93°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Aéria Executive Handling; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Plateau / Assinie.
Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK)
Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO) is a major business field at 1.32°S / 36.93°E, Kenya. Runway: 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Phoenix Aviation FBO. Helicopter link: Masai Mara / Karen.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 4,597 km · 2,482 NM
- Estimated block time
- 5h30
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 8X (Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Aéria Executive Handling — Félix-Houphouët-Boigny (DIAP / ABJ)
- Arrival FBO
- Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
- Departure runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Arrival runway
- 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Masai Mara / Karen
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
International sector Côte d'Ivoire → Kenya: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Abidjan to Nairobi?
About 5h30 block time on a Falcon 8X, for 4,597 km great-circle between DIAP and HKJK.
Which aircraft suits Abidjan → Nairobi?
A Falcon 8X (Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Félix-Houphouët-Boigny?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Aéria Executive Handling.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Côte d'Ivoire → Kenya: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.