Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Addis-Abeba ➔ Nairobi
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~4,530 km
Average flight time
~5h 31m
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 Addis-Abeba 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
Sector HAAB – HKJK is 1,164 km of direct routing, flown in 1h46 on a Citation XLS+. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Jomo Kenyatta International (4117 m runway). On this short sector a Citation XLS+ is the best cost / block-time compromise.
Departure and arrival airports
Bole International (HAAB)
On the departure side, Bole International (HAAB) serves Addis-Abeba from 8.98°N / 38.80°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Ethiopian Executive Terminal; 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Addis.
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
- 1,164 km · 628 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h46
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Ethiopian Executive Terminal — Bole International (HAAB / ADD)
- Arrival FBO
- Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
- Departure runway
- 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- 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 Éthiopie → 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 Addis-Abeba to Nairobi?
About 1h46 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,164 km great-circle between HAAB and HKJK.
Which aircraft suits Addis-Abeba → Nairobi?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from Bole International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Ethiopian Executive Terminal.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Éthiopie → Kenya: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.