Jambojet Launches Daily Nairobi–Entebbe Flights at $170 One-Way

ENTEBBE — Kenyan low-cost carrier Jambojet has resumed flights to Entebbe International Airport after a six-year absence, launching daily non-stop services between Uganda and Kenya in a move expected to expand travel options along the busy Nairobi–Entebbe corridor.

The airline’s return was marked by a water cannon salute and cultural performances at Entebbe International Airport, where aviation stakeholders and government officials gathered to welcome the inaugural flight.

Jambojet Managing Director and CEO Karanja Ndegwa said the airline could increase frequencies as demand grows.

“We want this route to grow with the market. We are starting with a daily flight and, as demand grows, our intention is to increase frequencies and give customers even greater choice and flexibility,” Ndegwa said at JKIA.

Jambojet Managing Director and CEO Karanja Ndegwa

The Chief Financial Officer Ira Kavithi said the airline was returning to Uganda with plans to establish a long-term presence in the market.

“We return to Uganda not just as an airline resuming a route, but as a mature, market-tested low-cost carrier here to stay and grow with you,” Kavithi said.

The airline said introductory one-way fares on the route start at $170, inclusive of taxes and fees, positioning the service toward travellers seeking more affordable regional air connections.

Board Director Patricia Ithau

The daily flights will operate between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi and Entebbe, with passengers able to connect through Nairobi to destinations including Mombasa, Malindi, Diani and Lamu.

Jambojet Board Director Patricia Ithau said the service was intended to strengthen connections across East Africa.

“We want to connect more people, more markets and more opportunities across the East African region,” she said.

Kenya’s High Commissioner to Uganda, Ambassador Ababu Namwamba

, said improved air connectivity between the two countries would create opportunities beyond passenger travel.

He said the Nairobi–Entebbe connection could strengthen regional ties while supporting trade, tourism, investment and people-to-people exchanges.

The resumption comes as economic activity and cross-border movement within the East African Community continue to increase, with air connectivity playing an important role in linking business centres and tourism markets.

Jambojet’s return also introduces another pricing and scheduling option on one of East Africa’s established regional air routes, potentially giving travellers greater choice when flying between Uganda and Kenya.

The airline’s management said its immediate focus is on growing the route in line with demand, with increased frequencies a possibility as the market develops.

Since launching operations in April 2014, Jambojet has grown into Kenya’s leading low-cost regional carrier and operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of Kenya Airways.