Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Nairobi ➔ Addis-Abeba

Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.

Estimated distance

~5,950 km

Average flight time

~7h 15m

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 Nairobi and Addis-Abeba 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

Between Nairobi and Addis-Abeba our desk plans 1,164 km in 1h46, midsize jet category. The flight plan is filed once takeoff performance at Jomo Kenyatta International (4117 m) and alternate fuel are validated. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.

Departure and arrival airports

Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK)

On the departure side, Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK) serves Nairobi from 1.32°S / 36.93°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Phoenix Aviation FBO; 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Masai Mara / Karen.

Bole International (HAAB)

Bole International (HAAB / ADD) is a major business field at 8.98°N / 38.80°E, Ethiopia. Runway: 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Ethiopian Executive Terminal. Helicopter link: Centre Addis.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 1,164 km · 628 NM
Estimated block time: 1h46
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
Arrival FBO: Ethiopian Executive Terminal — Bole International (HAAB / ADD)
Departure runway: 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Arrival runway: 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Onward helicopter: Centre Addis

Seasonality & slots

Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.

Customs & formalities

International sector Kenya → Éthiopie: 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 Nairobi to Addis-Abeba?

About 1h46 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 1,164 km great-circle between HKJK and HAAB.

Which aircraft suits Nairobi → Addis-Abeba?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.

How fast can we depart from Jomo Kenyatta International?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Phoenix Aviation FBO.

What about customs and formalities?