Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : London ➔ Nairobi
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~6,820 km
Average flight time
~8h 19m
Recommended aircraft
Heavy Jet (Falcon 7X, Gulfstream G450)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between London 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
The London – Nairobi sector links London Farnborough (EGLF) to Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK) over 6,840 km great-circle, about 7h52 airborne in a Gulfstream G650ER. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Jomo Kenyatta International (4117 m runway). Onward helicopter transfer available to Masai Mara / Karen.
Departure and arrival airports
London Farnborough (EGLF)
On the departure side, London Farnborough (EGLF) serves London from 51.27°N / 0.77°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by TAG Farnborough; 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to London Heliport (Battersea).
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
- 6,840 km · 3,693 NM
- Estimated block time
- 7h52
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- TAG Farnborough — London Farnborough (EGLF / FAB)
- Arrival FBO
- Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
- Departure runway
- 2440 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 Royaume-Uni → 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 London to Nairobi?
About 7h52 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 6,840 km great-circle between EGLF and HKJK.
Which aircraft suits London → Nairobi?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra 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 London Farnborough?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from TAG Farnborough.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector Royaume-Uni → Kenya: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.