Jambojet Set to Reignite Nairobi–Entebbe Skies with Daily Flights from October 2026
East African aviation is about to gain a fresh boost as Jambojet prepares to resume flights between Nairobi and Entebbe on 1 October 2026. The low-cost carrier's return to the Ugandan market comes at a moment when demand for cross-border travel between Kenya and Uganda continues to climb steadily, offering renewed momentum for regional business, leisure, and trade.
The new daily service is expected to significantly strengthen air links between two of East Africa's most dynamic economic hubs, while widening the choice available to travellers on both sides of the border. One-way fares will start from around US\$170, positioning the route as an accessible option for a broad spectrum of travellers, from corporate flyers to holidaymakers eager to explore the region.
Jambojet's Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Karanja Ndegwa, described the return to Uganda as a calculated step in the airline's broader regional expansion strategy. He noted that the resumption reflects the airline's ambition to deepen connectivity across East Africa, unlocking opportunities in business, tourism, and trade while delivering the affordable and reliable flying experience the brand has become known for. Ndegwa emphasised that keeping air travel accessible across the region and beyond remains central to the airline's mission, adding that Uganda is a market of real strategic importance.
Beyond passenger flights, Jambojet will also roll out cargo and parcel services on the Nairobi–Entebbe route, giving businesses fresh capacity to move goods swiftly between the two nations. Ugandan travellers, meanwhile, will enjoy easier onward connections to popular Kenyan destinations, including the sun-soaked coastal getaways of Mombasa, Diani, Malindi, and Lamu, opening exciting new selling opportunities for the regional trade.
Industry projections indicate that the Nairobi–Entebbe air corridor could carry roughly 300,000 passengers in 2026, underscoring the strong appetite for travel between the two countries. Jambojet's daily rotation is expected to add welcome capacity and flexibility, supporting the wider recovery of regional tourism, corporate travel, and commercial exchange.
Ahead of the October launch, Jambojet teamed up with the Uganda Association of Travel Agents (TUGATA) to host a stakeholder engagement breakfast at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. The gathering welcomed voices from government, tourism, trade, corporate circles, and the media, offering the airline a platform to share its plans for the Ugandan market and explore collaboration opportunities around the resumed route.
TUGATA Chairperson Irene Nanyombi warmly welcomed the airline's return, describing the timing as ideal given the ongoing efforts to expand travel, trade, and tourism ties across the region. She expressed enthusiasm about partnering with Jambojet to promote the route and open up new opportunities for travellers to discover both destinations.
The airline's return to Uganda unfolds against a backdrop of impressive growth. In April 2026, Jambojet grew its active fleet to 11 aircraft and celebrated the milestone of carrying its 10 millionth passenger. The carrier also posted an on-time performance of 86.45% in July 2026, placing it among the most punctual airlines in Africa and globally.
Jambojet originally entered the Ugandan market in 2018 as part of its regional growth push. Its cross-border operations were disrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, prompting a strategic shift towards strengthening its domestic Kenyan network. With the Entebbe resumption, the airline is once again reaching outward, signalling renewed confidence in East African aviation and hinting at further regional expansion. For the African travel trade, this development is a timely reminder that low-cost, high-frequency intra-African connectivity will remain a defining growth driver in the years ahead.
