A private jet from Zanzibar to Mombasa covers about 250 km in roughly 40m–60m. Plan around ZNZ to MBA and a turboprop or light jet, subject to payload, permits, runway, weather and live availability.
- Direct distance133 NM246 km great-circle
- Fastest in the air0h 45mCitation CJ3+
- Estimates fromUS$ 3,400one-way, 4 passengers
- Aircraft that fit5types priced below
What a private jet from Zanzibar to Mombasa costs
Every aircraft below can fly ZNZ–MBA non-stop off the runways at both ends. Prices are computed live from aircraft performance, fuel burn, airport fees and the cost of positioning the aircraft to Zanzibar — one-way, 4 passengers.
| Aircraft | Class | Seats | Flight time | Estimate, one-way |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Grand Caravan EX | Turboprop | 11 | 1h 07m | US$ 3,400 |
| King Air C90GTx | Turboprop | 6 | 0h 53m | US$ 6,000 |
| Pilatus PC-12 NG | Turboprop | 8 | 0h 52m | US$ 6,200 |
| DHC-6 Twin Otter 300 | Turboprop | 18 | 1h 11m | US$ 6,800 |
| Citation CJ3+ | Light jet | 7 | 0h 45m | US$ 13,500 |
Airports on the Zanzibar–Mombasa route
| Airport | ICAO | IATA | Runway |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abeid Amani Karume International AirportZanzibar | HTZA |
ZNZ |
9,915 ft |
| Moi International AirportMombasa | HKMO |
MBA |
10,991 ft |
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*Computed estimate, not a quote. Figures move with aircraft availability, positioning and fuel. Single-engine piston aircraft are left out of route guides — the search tool still prices them if you want the absolute cheapest option. Estimates refresh twice daily.
Why this route earns a guide
This is a short international coastal hop for holidays, events and multi-stop Indian Ocean travel. It is not a generic city pair: the useful itinerary depends on the operating detail below.
Airport decision
Abeid Amani Karume and Moi International are the practical airports.
Quote factors for this mission
The live price reflects positioning, passenger and baggage load, date, handling, permits, parking, crew duty and whether the aircraft waits. Send the exact airport pair, onward transfer and return plan—not only the two city names.
Direct answers
How long is the flight?
Approximately 40m–60m nonstop; winds, routing and aircraft can change the final block time.
Which airports are used for a private jet from Zanzibar to Mombasa?
ZNZ and MBA are the planning pair. Abeid Amani Karume and Moi International are the practical airports.
What aircraft is suitable for a private jet from Zanzibar to Mombasa?
A turboprop or light jet is the starting point, then the operator validates payload, runway and conditions.
What should be confirmed before quoting?
declare family, diving and watersports baggage early.
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