Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Sal ➔ Nairobi

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

Estimated distance

~4,520 km

Average flight time

~5h 31m

Recommended aircraft

Super Midsize / Heavy Jet (Challenger 350, Falcon 2000)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Sal 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 GVAC – HKJK is 6,863 km of direct routing, flown in 7h54 on a Gulfstream G650ER. We lock slot, handling and fuel before confirming, with positioning computed from the nearest base to Sal. Firm quote from a senior broker within 30 minutes, 24/7.

Departure and arrival airports

Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC)

Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC / SID) is a niche luxury field at 16.74°N / 22.95°W, Cape Verde. Runway: 3270 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: ASA Executive Sal. Helicopter link: Santa Maria / Boa Vista.

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: 6,863 km · 3,706 NM
Estimated block time: 7h54
Recommended aircraft: Gulfstream G650ER (Ultra Long Range)
Departure FBO: ASA Executive Sal — Amílcar Cabral International (GVAC / SID)
Arrival FBO: Phoenix Aviation FBO — Jomo Kenyatta International (HKJK / NBO)
Departure runway: 3270 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
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 Sal to Nairobi?

About 7h54 block time on a Gulfstream G650ER, for 6,863 km great-circle between GVAC and HKJK.

Which aircraft suits Sal → 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 Amílcar Cabral International?

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

What about customs and formalities?