Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Praia ➔ Nairobi

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

Estimated distance

~1,850 km

Average flight time

~2h 15m

Recommended aircraft

Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Praia 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

Sector GVNP – HKJK is 6,883 km of direct routing, flown in 7h55 on a Gulfstream G650ER. Boarding at ASA Executive Praia, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.

Departure and arrival airports

Nelson Mandela International (GVNP)

Nelson Mandela International (GVNP / RAI) is a niche luxury field at 14.92°N / 23.49°W, Cape Verde. Runway: 2100 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days. Business-aviation handling: ASA Executive Praia. Helicopter link: Santiago / Fogo.

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: 6,883 km · 3,717 NM
Estimated block time: 7h55
Recommended aircraft: Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
Departure FBO: ASA Executive Praia — Nelson Mandela International (GVNP / RAI)
Arrival FBO: Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
Departure runway: 2100 m — midsize and most heavy jets, full fuel on standard days
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 Cap-Vert → 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 Praia to Nairobi?

About 7h55 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 6,883 km great-circle between GVNP and HKJK.

Which aircraft suits Praia → Nairobi?

A Gulfstream G650ER (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 Nelson Mandela International?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from ASA Executive Praia.

What about customs and formalities?