Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Johannesburg ➔ Nairobi
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~2,920 km
Average flight time
~3h 34m
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 Johannesburg 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 Lanseria International (FALA) and Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK) removes connections entirely: 2,902 km non-stop in 3h40. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Johannesburg. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Lanseria International (FALA)
On the departure side, Lanseria International (FALA) serves Johannesburg from 25.94°S / 27.93°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by ExecuJet Lanseria; 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Sandton / Pretoria.
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
- 2,902 km · 1,567 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h40
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- ExecuJet Lanseria — Lanseria International (FALA / HLA)
- 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 Afrique du Sud → 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 Johannesburg to Nairobi?
About 3h40 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,902 km great-circle between FALA and HKJK.
Which aircraft suits Johannesburg → Nairobi?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy 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 Lanseria International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ExecuJet Lanseria.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Afrique du Sud → Kenya: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.