Private Aircraft Charter in Kenya Explained

October 2, 2026

This is one of the most exclusive, convenient, and prestigious modes of transport, whether you are planning a trip within Kenya or outside Kenya. The aviation landscape has grown tremendously in Kenya, courtesy of individuals who charter them for business travel, safari trips, or remote-area travel.

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Private aircraft charter is essentially hiring an entire aircraft for your journey, unlike commercial flights where you only pay for a seat, whether it is business class or economy. In this kind of charter, you get to decide the day you want to travel, what time you want the plane to take off, and the kind of crew and catering services you want aboard the plane. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Wilson Airport serve as the main hubs for aviation in Kenya.

Types of Aircraft Available For Charter

Turboprop

They use propellers driven by turbine engines. They are ideal for shorter regional trips and landing in remote areas with unpaved runways, like the Keekorok airstrip in the Maasai Mara. They include;

Pilatus PC-12
Cessna Caravan
Cessna 208B
Beechcraft King Air 200
King Air 350
Cessna Grand Caravan

Very Light Jets

They are designed for shorter trips, for example, Nairobi to Malindi, or Nairobi to Lodwar. They include;

Embraer phenom 100
Hondajet
Cessna Citation Mustang

Light Jets

They have spacious cabin space compared to very light jets and can accommodate up to 9 passengers. They are ideal for trips from Nairobi to Addis Ababa or Nairobi to Dar-es-salaam. They include;

Embraer Phenom 300
Cessna Citation CJ3
Cessna Citation CJ4
Learjet45
Learjet75

Midsize Jets

They have a much bigger cabin space, range, and extra luggage capacity. Because you will be flying for longer hours, their seats are quite comfortable. If you are planning a trip to Cairo in Egypt or Cape Town in South Africa, you have the following options;

Hawker 800XP
Cessna Citation XLS
Embraer Praetor 500
Gulfstream G150

Super Midsize Jets

This is a perfect choice for VIPs and corporate executives. They have a spacious cabin, private lavatories, and outstanding state-of-the-art entertainment systems for a serene flight. If you are planning to fly to Mumbai, you have the following options to pick from;

Gulfstream G280
Bombardier Challenger 350
Dassault Falcon 50X

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Heavy Jets

This is designed for long-distance travel, for example, from Nairobi to London, Nairobi to Newyork, or Nairobi to Paris. Inside, they have workspaces, dining areas, entertainment lounges, multiple lavatories, and private sleeping areas. They include;