Jambojet, a leading Kenyan low-cost airline and subsidiary of Kenya Airways, has resumed daily direct flights between Nairobi and Entebbe. The flights restarted on October 1, 2026, after a six-year suspension that began during the Covid-19 pandemic. The airline first launched flights to Uganda in 2018 but withdrew from the route in 2020. The revived service operates with De Havilland Dash 8 Q400 aircraft, offering daily flights between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Entebbe International Airport.
The Nairobi-Entebbe air corridor has gained another daily service, providing more options for business, tourism, and cross-border travel between Kenya and Uganda. Uganda's Civil Aviation Authority confirmed the relaunch, reporting that the inaugural flight touched down at Entebbe on October 1. The route is designed to serve more than leisure travelers, with Jambojet also supporting cargo and parcel services. This opens another channel for small-scale movement of goods between Kenya and Uganda.
Jambojet has advertised introductory one-way fares starting at about Sh22,950, equivalent to roughly $170. However, actual ticket prices can vary depending on travel date, availability, and booking conditions. The direct flight takes roughly 65 minutes, although the total passenger journey is longer once airport check-in, security, boarding, and immigration are included. This makes air travel particularly useful for business travelers who would otherwise spend much longer moving between the two capitals by road.
The restored flight route is significant for Kenya and Uganda, which have one of East Africa's busiest cross-border relationships. People move between the countries for business, tourism, education, sport, family visits, and trade. Restoring another daily flight adds capacity to an established travel market rather than creating a completely new one. Jambojet has also positioned Entebbe as a gateway into its wider Kenyan network, giving Ugandan travelers onward access to destinations including Mombasa, Diani, Malindi, and Lamu.
At Entebbe, Uganda's Civil Aviation Authority said the renewed connection would support business links, tourism, investment, and family travel. This reflects the wider role of regional aviation beyond passenger movement alone. Jambojet passengers can check-in online, pre-purchase extra baggage allowances, pre-book in-flight meals, and select specific seats. The airline has increased its active fleet to 11 aircraft, giving it more room to add regional services alongside its Kenyan network.
The Entebbe route carries some history for Jambojet, as it was the airline's first international destination launched in 2018. The pandemic brought that experiment to an abrupt end, and the airline subsequently concentrated much of its capacity on its domestic network. The 2026 return comes as the airline expands its operating capacity, allowing it to offer more services in the region.
The relaunch of the Nairobi-Entebbe flight route is expected to boost trade, tourism, and travel between Kenya and Uganda. With its expanded fleet and network, Jambojet is well-positioned to cater to the growing demand for air travel in the region. The airline's low-cost model and additional services make it an attractive option for travelers and businesses alike.
Key points
- Jambojet resumes daily flights between Nairobi and Entebbe with introductory one-way fares starting at Sh22,950.
- The restored flight route adds capacity to an established travel market between Kenya and Uganda.
- Jambojet positions Entebbe as a gateway into its wider Kenyan network, offering onward access to various destinations.
