Private jet Dubai – Nairobi
Aircraft for Dubai – Nairobi
Learjet 60XR
Falcon 2000 LXS
Gulfstream G700
Dubai – Nairobi by private jet: the essentials
About 4 h 50 in the air between Dubai and Nairobi. A global business and leisure crossroads and the gateway to Kenya and safaris: this trip is a medium-haul flight.
The airports
- Dubai Al Maktoum (OMDW): the Dubai South airport, widely used by business aviation. Dubai International (OMDB) is also possible. See the Dubai guide.
- Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (HKJK): the main international airport; Wilson airfield, in the city, mostly serves small aircraft to the reserves. See the airport guide.
Which aircraft
On a trip of this length a midsize to large jet is advisable: a more comfortable cabin, more baggage space and enough range. We compare several options.
Periods and specifics
High season runs from about October to March, with large trade shows and events, including the Dubai Airshow in odd-numbered years. Book early in these periods. The dry season, June to October, concentrates safaris; December and January too. Book early.
Good to know before booking
- The United Arab Emirates requires valid travel documents, sometimes a visa depending on nationality: check before departure.
- For Kenya, check each passenger’s valid travel documents, and any visa or electronic authorisation required depending on nationality.
- See also the cost guide and empty legs.
Airport guides for this route
- Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW): Dubai World Central – Al Maktoum (OMDW) handles most of Dubai’s business aviation, with more slot flexibility than Dubai International.
- Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (HKJK): Nairobi-Jomo Kenyatta (HKJK): the main international airport; Wilson airfield, in the city, mostly serves small aircraft to the reserves.
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This route in brief
How long is the flight Dubai – Nairobi ?
≈ 4 h 50 · 3,515 km (indicative).
Which airports can I use?
Al Maktoum International Airport (OMDW) · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (HKJK)
How much does it cost?
The price depends on aircraft, dates and fees. The quote is free and we compare several options.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Nairobi by private jet?
About 4 h 50 in the air, not counting taxi and ground time.
How do I reach the Masai Mara?
A jet to Nairobi, then a small aircraft to a reserve airstrip.
Which aircraft for Dubai to Nairobi?
On a trip of this length a midsize to large jet is advisable: a more comfortable cabin, more baggage space and enough range. We compare several options.