Jambojet is flying back into Uganda. East Africa’s leading low cost carrier will relaunch its Nairobi to Entebbe route on 1st October 2026, restoring a link that once anchored its regional network before the pandemic forced a retreat.
The comeback signals more than a scheduling update. It marks Jambojet’s renewed push to knit Kenya and Uganda closer together through business travel, tourism and cross border trade.
A Strategic Return
Jambojet first entered Uganda in 2018 as part of a broader regional expansion. COVID-19 disrupted those plans, pushing the airline to consolidate around its domestic Kenyan routes instead. Now, six years after that initial launch, the carrier is picking the thread back up.
CEO and Managing Director Karanja Ndegwa framed the relaunch as central to the airline’s long term goals.
“Our return to Uganda is a strategic step forward in our mission to strengthen regional connectivity,” he said. “We see significant opportunities to support business, tourism and trade between Kenya and Uganda while providing travellers with affordable, reliable and convenient flying experience.”
One way fares will start from around Ksh22,950, positioning Jambojet as a budget friendly option on a corridor long dominated by legacy carriers.
Cargo Joins the Route
The airline will also roll out cargo and parcel services on the route, giving traders and businesses fresh capacity to move goods between the two countries.
Ndegwa described the route as something bigger than a passenger link.
“The route is therefore positioned as more than a passenger connection; it will serve as an important link between two of East Africa’s major economies, supporting the movement of people, goods and tourism traffic across the region,” he said.
Demand on the Rise
The Nairobi to Entebbe corridor has bounced back strongly since the pandemic years. Industry estimates point to roughly 300,000 passengers travelling between Kenya and Uganda in 2026 alone, a figure that underscores just how much appetite remains for affordable, reliable connections.
Jambojet’s daily service should give travellers more choice on timing and pricing. It also opens up smoother onward journeys for Ugandan visitors keen to reach Kenya’s coast, including Mombasa, Diani, Malindi and Lamu.
Stakeholders Welcome the News
Ahead of the October launch, Jambojet partnered with the Uganda Association of Travel Agents (TUGATA) to host a stakeholder breakfast at the Sheraton Kampala Hotel. Representatives from government, trade, tourism, travel and the media gathered to hear the airline’s plans and discuss ways to work together on promoting the route.
Pearl Hoareau Kakooza, Vice Chairperson of TUGATA and Chairperson of the Uganda Tourism Board, welcomed the move.
“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. We look forward to working closely with Jambojet to promote the route and create more opportunities for travellers to discover and connect with both destinations,” she said.
Yesterday, we connected with the travel trade and tourism partners for a stakeholder breakfast in Kampala as we build momentum towards our network expansion to Entebbe, with our first flight set to take off on 1st October 2026. 🇺🇬
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— FlyJambojet (@FlyJambojet) August 21, 2026
Growth Across the Board
Uganda’s relaunch lands during a broader growth phase for Jambojet. In April 2026, the airline expanded its active fleet to 11 aircraft and celebrated carrying its 10 millionth passenger, two milestones that speak to its expanding footprint across the region.
With the Entebbe route back on the map and cargo capacity added to the mix, Jambojet is betting that affordable air travel, not just legacy carriers, will define how East Africans move between Nairobi and Kampala in the years ahead.
