Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Los Angeles ➔ Nairobi
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~15,540 km
Average flight time
~18h 57m
Recommended aircraft
Ultra Long Range (Global 7500, Gulfstream G650ER)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Los Angeles 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
Los Angeles → Nairobi: 15,555 km, 17h28 block time, departing Van Nuys (KVNY) and arriving Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK). We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Los Angeles. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.
Departure and arrival airports
Van Nuys (KVNY)
On the departure side, Van Nuys (KVNY) serves Los Angeles from 34.21°N / 118.49°W. The general-aviation terminal is run by Signature Flight Support; 2469 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Helicopter onward leg to Beverly Hills / Malibu.
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
- 15,555 km · 8,399 NM
- Estimated block time
- 17h28
- Recommended aircraft
- Bombardier Global 7500 (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Signature Flight Support — Van Nuys (KVNY / VNY)
- Arrival FBO
- Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
- Departure runway
- 2469 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 USA → 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 Los Angeles to Nairobi?
About 17h28 block time on a Bombardier Global 7500, for 15,555 km great-circle between KVNY and HKJK.
Which aircraft suits Los Angeles → Nairobi?
A Bombardier Global 7500 (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 Van Nuys?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Signature Flight Support.
What about customs and formalities?
International sector USA → Kenya: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.