Rising Passenger Demand Pushes Jambojet to Increase Flights in Eldoret
the airline has invested heavily in corporate social responsibility in the county. In the past two years, Jambojet has planted over 100,000 tree
This expansion is underpinned by extremely sound performance on the Eldoret–Nairobi route, which had already transported more than 104,000 people by mid-2025. By year-end, the figure is set to be over 200,000 travelers, which indicates Eldoret as a booming hub.
By Juliet Jerotich
Residents of Eldoret and tourists alike will enjoy better air transportation as Kenya’s leading budget airline, Jambojet, boosts the number of flights to Eldoret to keep pace with demand. Served by Jambojet for more than a decade now, Eldoret has remained a favorite among customers despite others struggling to stay aloft.
Today, the carrier operates approximately 28 weekly flights during off-season and up to 35 flights in months of peak demand, accounting for five daily flights. Nevertheless, this notwithstanding, demand has continued to outrun supply with passengers continually missing seats in peak seasons.
According to Chief Executive Officer Karanja Ndegwa, Eldoret will see more services beginning November 2025 when the company introduces its 10th aircraft to the fleet. The carrier plans to ramp up its flights to six a day on Fridays, Sundays, Mondays, and Saturday mornings, and there is a possibility of raising that number to seven as traffic continues growing.
“Eldoret remains one of our most important markets,” Ndegwa stated. “The faith that has been shown in us by this people inspires us to continue expanding here. We’re determined to do business here today and tomorrow.”
This expansion is underpinned by extremely sound performance on the Eldoret–Nairobi route, which had already transported more than 104,000 people by mid-2025. By year-end, the figure is set to be over 200,000 travelers, which indicates Eldoret as a booming hub. Its growing population, economic status, and position as both a sporting and tourist center has put the town right in the center of Jambojet’s strategy.
Apart from the expansion of operations, the airline has also invested a lot in corporate social responsibility within the county. Over the past two years, Jambojet has planted over 100,000 tree seedlings annually in Chebara, which helps to restore the environment as well as cut down on carbon emissions. The airline is also exploring the possibility of partnering with regional institutions to help build future aviation specialists, offering training and internship opportunities to give youths the skills to work within the industry.
From a fleet perspective, Jambojet possesses one of the youngest fleets in East Africa with an average age of just six years. This youthful fleet means more fuel efficiency, lower maintenance costs, and minimal downtime. With the introduction of newer and more efficient engines planned soon, the airline expects even greater cost benefits.
Although there is competition from other operators and the Standard Gauge Railway, Ndegwa is optimistic about it. “Good competition keeps us on our toes—it makes us tighten our service, innovate, and deliver real value to our customers,” he stated.
In the future, Jambojet will have its 11th and 12th aircraft in 2026, cementing its growth trajectory. For a town globally famous for producing world-class sportsmen, the increase in flights speaks volumes about Eldoret’s ambition and makes it among Kenya’s key aviation hubs in the skies.
The people of Eldoret and tourists visiting the region look forward to improved air connectivity as Jambojet, Kenya’s fastest-growing low-cost airline, ups its frequencies to satisfy increasing demand. Having operated in Eldoret for over a decade, Jambojet has been a consistent option for clients despite other carriers having struggled to survive.
Presently, the carrier operates approximately 28 low-season weekly flights and up to 35 flights in the peak travel months, which totals five flights per day. Despite having such a schedule, demand has still outweighed supply, with many passengers often missing out on seats during peak-demand periods.
The expanded services will start in November 2025, when the company adds its 10th aircraft to its fleet, said Chief Executive Officer Karanja Ndegwa. More flights to six per day on Fridays, Sundays, Mondays, and Saturday mornings are planned by the airline, with the potential to add one more flight in case of an increase in traffic.
“Eldoret remains one of our key markets,” Ndegwa stated. “The confidence that this community has shown us encourages us to continue expanding here. We are committed to serving this market today and tomorrow.”
This expansion is supported by good performance on the Nairobi–Eldoret corridor, which had already transported over 104,000 passengers by mid-2025. Toward the close of the year, passenger numbers should surpass 200,000, showcasing Eldoret as a thriving hub. Its increasing populace, economic power, and position as sporting and tourism hotspot has set the town at the center of Jambojet’s strategy.
Besides increasing operations, the airline has invested heavily in corporate social responsibility in the county. In the past two years, Jambojet has planted over 100,000 tree seedlings annually in Chebara, and revitalized the environment as well as cutting down on carbon emission. The airline is also looking into partnerships with local institutions to create future aviation experts, offering training and internships to prepare young people for careers in the sector.
From a fleet perspective, Jambojet boasts one of the youngest fleets in East Africa, averaging a mere six years of age. The young fleet translates to better fuel efficiency, lower maintenance costs, and less downtime. With the arrival soon of newer, more efficient engines, the airline is considering even further cost savings.
While it has competition from other carriers and the Standard Gauge Railway, Ndegwa regards it as beneficial. “Healthy competition keeps us on our toes—it challenges us to improve our services, innovate, and deliver real value to our customers,” he said.
In the near future, Jambojet will add its 11th and 12th aircraft by the year 2026, cementing its growth pattern. For a town globally famous for producing world-class sportsmen and women, the dramatic surge in flights reflects Eldoret’s ambition and makes it a key aviation center in Kenyan skies.
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