Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Nairobi ➔ London
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 Nairobi and London 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
Nairobi → London: 6,840 km, 7h52 block time, departing Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK) and arriving London Farnborough (EGLF). The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at London Farnborough (2440 m runway). At this range a Gulfstream G650ER avoids a tech stop and preserves cabin comfort.
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.
London Farnborough (EGLF)
London Farnborough (EGLF / FAB) is a ultra-hub at 51.27°N / 0.77°W, United Kingdom. Runway: 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: TAG Farnborough. Helicopter link: London Heliport (Battersea).
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 6,840 km · 3,693 NM
- Estimated block time
- 7h52
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
- Arrival FBO
- TAG Farnborough — London Farnborough (EGLF / FAB)
- Departure runway
- 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- London Heliport (Battersea)
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Kenya → Royaume-Uni: 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 London?
About 7h52 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 6,840 km great-circle between HKJK and EGLF.
Which aircraft suits Nairobi → London?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 2440 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty.
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?
International sector Kenya → Royaume-Uni: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.