Kenyan low-cost carrier Jambojet is set to resume flights between Nairobi and Entebbe on October 1, 2026, as the airline seeks to strengthen its presence in Uganda and expand regional connectivity.
The return will restore a direct connection between the two East African capitals and is expected to boost business travel, tourism and cross-border trade.
Jambojet chief executive officer and managing director Karanja Ndegwa said the resumption of the route is part of the airline’s strategy to make air travel more accessible while supporting regional integration.
“Our return to Uganda is a strategic step forward in our mission to strengthen regional connectivity. We see significant opportunities to support business, tourism and trade between Kenya and Uganda while providing travellers with an affordable, reliable and convenient flying experience that Jambojet is known for,” Ndegwa said.
He said Uganda remains an important market for the airline as it seeks to connect more travellers to destinations across its network.
“Making flying accessible across East Africa and beyond remains central to our mission. Uganda is an important market for Jambojet, and we are excited to reconnect the two destinations while creating greater opportunities for travellers to connect to other destinations across our network,” he said.
One-way fares on the Nairobi-Entebbe route will start at about $170 (Shs 625,000), according to the airline.
Jambojet will also introduce cargo and parcel services on the route, providing additional capacity for the movement of goods between Uganda and Kenya.
The airline said the service would therefore support not only passenger movement but also regional trade by facilitating the transportation of goods between the two markets.
The Nairobi-Entebbe corridor has continued to recover, with an estimated 300,000 passengers projected to travel between Kenya and Uganda in 2026.
Jambojet’s daily service is expected to give travellers more options while providing Ugandan passengers with onward connections to Kenya’s coastal destinations, including Mombasa, Diani, Malindi and Lamu.
Ahead of the October launch, Jambojet, in partnership with the Uganda Association of Travel Agents (TUGATA), held a stakeholder engagement breakfast at Sheraton Kampala Hotel.
The meeting brought together representatives from government, travel, tourism, trade, corporate organisations and the media to discuss the airline’s return and opportunities for collaboration.
TUGATA chairperson Irene Nanyombi welcomed the resumption of the route, saying it comes at a time when Uganda is seeking to strengthen travel, tourism and trade links within the region.
“We are delighted to welcome Jambojet back to Uganda. The resumption of this service comes at an opportune time, as we continue to strengthen travel, trade and tourism opportunities across the region,” Nanyombi said.
She said travel agents were ready to work with the airline to promote the route and increase opportunities for travellers between Uganda and Kenya.
Jambojet first entered the Ugandan market in 2018 as part of its regional expansion strategy. However, its regional operations were disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic, forcing the airline to concentrate on strengthening its domestic network in Kenya.
The return to Entebbe marks a renewed push into the Ugandan market as the airline expands its capacity and regional network.
In April 2026, Jambojet expanded its active fleet to 11 aircraft and celebrated carrying its 10 millionth passenger.
The airline also recorded an on-time performance of 86.45 per cent in July 2026, which it said placed it among the leading airlines in operational punctuality in Africa and globally.
The airline said the additional capacity will support its regional expansion while improving travel options for passengers moving between Uganda and Kenya.
Jambojet’s return also comes as airlines seek to capitalise on increasing demand for regional air travel, with the Nairobi-Entebbe route serving as an important link for business travellers, tourists and traders.
For Uganda, the resumption provides another direct air connection to Nairobi, a major regional transport and business hub, while Kenyan travellers will have easier access to Uganda’s tourism and business destinations.
The airline said its broader ambition is to make affordable air travel more accessible across East Africa while supporting the movement of people, goods and investment across the region.
