What is the Difference Between a Private Jet & an Aircraft Charter?

September 8, 2026

They are quite related, but the difference is that a private jet is a turbofan-powered aircraft, whereas an aircraft charter is when you get to hire it; it is a business model or a service.

Are you looking for a private jet for business or VIP travel? Or a helicopter for luxury getaways, corporate events, and safari? We connect you with premium air charter solutions tailored to your schedule.

For instant bookings and inquiries, Call/ WhatsApp 0717200956 or Email info@safarimports.co.ke. Fly in comfort, arrive in style.

Types of Aircraft Available For Charter

Turboprop Aircraft – Cessna Caravan, Cessna 208, Pilatus PC-12, King Air 200/350 & Beechcraft 1900.

Best for: Regional flights, safari trips, and airports with shorter runways

Light Jets – Embraer Phenom 100/300, Citation CJ Series, Honda Jet

Best for: Regional trips, for example Nairobi – Kigali, Nairobi – Entebbe, – Nairobi – Daresalaam. They have a capacity for 4 – 8 passengers.

Midsize Jets – Citation Latitude, Citation XLS, Hawker Series, Learjet. They have a spacious cabin with a bigger luggage room compared to light jets. They can accommodate 6 – 9 passengers.

Super Midsize Jets – Challenger 350, Gulfstream G280, Praetor 600.

Best for: Longer international trips like Nairobi – Johannesburg, Nairobi – Lagos, Nairobi – Cairo. They can accommodate 8 – 12 passengers.

Heavy Jets – Gulfstream G560/ G700, Bombardier Global Series, Dassault Falcon 8X/10X.

Best for: Long-distance travel, for example Nairobi – Dubai, Nairobi – Paris, Nairobi – Mumbai, Nairobi – London, Nairobi – Newyork, Nairobi – Munich. They can accommodate 10 – 19 passengers.