Jambojet Resumes Daily Nairobi–Entebbe Service, Boosting East African Connectivity
Jambojet has officially resumed its daily flights between Nairobi and Entebbe, marking a significant milestone in East African aviation connectivity. The route, which officially relaunched on 1 October 2026, promises to strengthen travel links between Kenya and Uganda while opening new opportunities for tourism businesses, travel agents, and corporate travelers across the region.
The relaunch was marked by a launch event attended by high-level government officials and industry leaders, including Principal Secretary for Aviation and Aerospace Development Hon. Teresia Mbaika, Kenya’s High Commissioner to Uganda H.E. Ambassador Hon. Ababu Namwamba EGH, and Kenya Tourism Board CEO June Chepkemei.
Nicanor Sabula, CEO of the Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA), represented the travel trade at the event, underscoring the industry’s enthusiasm for the restored link.
A Faster, Direct Connection
Jambojet’s daily Nairobi–Entebbe service offers a streamlined 65-minute flight between the two East African capitals, one of the shortest commercial routes in the region. The direct connection eliminates layovers and provides travelers with a convenient option for business, leisure, and regional transit.
For travel agents, the restored route means greater flexibility in crafting itineraries. The service also integrates with Jambojet’s broader Kenyan network, enabling seamless connections to popular coastal and coastal-adjacent destinations including Mombasa, Diani, Malindi, and Lamu. This expands multi-destination packages that travelers can access from Uganda and beyond.
What It Means for the Travel Trade
Stronger regional air connectivity has long been a priority for East African tourism stakeholders. The resumption of the Nairobi–Entebbe route provides travel agencies with additional options for designing cross-border experiences, promoting regional business travel, and facilitating smoother transit for corporate clients.
KATA welcomed the development, noting that increased air links contribute directly to the growth of the broader East African travel ecosystem. By enabling easier movement of tourists and business travelers between Kenya and Uganda, the route supports both countries’ tourism recovery and long-term industry resilience.
A Step Toward Regional Integration
The Nairobi–Entebbe corridor has historically served as one of the busiest air routes in East Africa. Jambojet’s return to the Ugandan market signals renewed confidence in regional travel demand and reflects a broader push toward deeper economic and tourism integration within the East African Community.
As East African nations continue to prioritize cross-border connectivity, services like Jambojet’s daily Nairobi–Entebbe flight could play a pivotal role in shaping the region’s tourism landscape for years to come.
