Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Nairobi ➔ Tokyo
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~11,250 km
Average flight time
~13h 43m
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 Nairobi and Tokyo 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 Nairobi – Tokyo sector links Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK) to Tokyo Haneda (RJTT) over 11,253 km great-circle, about 12h44 airborne in a Gulfstream G650ER. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Nairobi. Onward helicopter transfer available to Ark Hills Heliport.
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.
Tokyo Haneda (RJTT)
Tokyo Haneda (RJTT / HND) is a ultra-hub at 35.55°N / 139.78°E, Japan. Runway: 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty. Business-aviation handling: Universal Aviation Japan. Helicopter link: Ark Hills Heliport.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 11,253 km · 6,076 NM
- Estimated block time
- 12h44
- Recommended aircraft
- Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
- Departure FBO
- Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
- Arrival FBO
- Universal Aviation Japan — Tokyo Haneda (RJTT / HND)
- Departure runway
- 4117 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 3000 m — heavy and long-range jets without performance penalty
- Onward helicopter
- Ark Hills Heliport
Seasonality & slots
Business traffic peaks Monday mornings and Thursday evenings; weekend slots are usually immediate.
Customs & formalities
International sector Kenya → Japon: 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 Tokyo?
About 12h44 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 11,253 km great-circle between HKJK and RJTT.
Which aircraft suits Nairobi → Tokyo?
A Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3000 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 → Japon: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.