Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Nairobi ➔ Maputo
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~9,090 km
Average flight time
~11h 05m
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 Maputo 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
Sector HKJK – FQMA is 2,775 km of direct routing, flown in 3h31 on a Falcon 2000LXS. The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Maputo International (3660 m runway). A helicopter connection to Bazaruto / Vilanculos can be added to the quote.
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.
Maputo International (FQMA)
On the arrival side, Maputo International (FQMA) serves Maputo from 25.92°S / 32.57°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Everett Aviation FBO; 3660 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Bazaruto / Vilanculos.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 2,775 km · 1,498 NM
- Estimated block time
- 3h31
- Recommended aircraft
- Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
- Arrival FBO
- Everett Aviation FBO — Maputo International (FQMA / MPM)
- Departure runway
- 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3660 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Bazaruto / Vilanculos
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Kenya → Mozambique: 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 Maputo?
About 3h31 block time on a Falcon 2000LXS, for 2,775 km great-circle between HKJK and FQMA.
Which aircraft suits Nairobi → Maputo?
A Falcon 2000LXS (Heavy Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3660 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?
International sector Kenya → Mozambique: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.