Explore the latest Skyward Airlines (OW) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Skyward Airlines (OW) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Skyward Airlines was rebranded from Skyward Express in 2025. It is a Kenyan regional carrier offering scheduled passenger and cargo services. The airline is privately owned and was founded in 2013. Passenger services are operated out of Nairobi's Wilson airport with a total of 8 domestic destinations served. Skyward Airlines operates Fokker 50 and Fokker 100 aircraft as well as some De Havilland Canada Dash 8s. All are configured in a single class layout.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIL to MYD | Nairobi to Malindi | 1h 15m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to MBA | Nairobi to Mombasa | 1h 10m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to EDL | Nairobi to Eldoret | 40m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyFokker F050 50 | 79-81 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Skyward baggage allowance is limited to 20Kgs per person (5Kgs hand luggage & 15Kgs checked-in luggage). Excess baggage will be charged at Kes. 350/- per kilo and will only be carried subject to space availability.
Skyward Airlines Baggage rulesSkyward Airlines does not accept animals or pets for carriage on our flights.
Flying with pets on Skyward AirlinesInfants must be 7 days or older to travel on a Skyward flight. You must have a medical clearance certificate issued by a physician to present at Check-In for any infant less than 7 days old. Skyward Airlines can accommodate a maximum of 5 infants per flight. If you are travelling with an infant under the age of 2‚ you can choose between two options: Purchase a paid seat
Skyward Airlines Infants policySkyWard check-in counter Opens 1hr 30mins prior to the flight departure time and Closes 40mins to the departure time. Skyward Airlines flies conveniently out of Wilson with daily flights to Eldoret. Lodwar‚ Mombasa‚ Diani‚ Malindi and Lamu. Our unwavering commitment to high standards of safety‚ customer experience‚ quality and reliability has uniquely positioned the airline to meet and exceed all our clients’ air transport expectations.
Skyward Airlines Check-in rulesUnaccompanied Minor is the term used for a Skyward Airlines passenger between the ages of 5 - 12 years‚ travelling alone. Children between the ages of 5 and 12 years of age will be accepted to travel provided a responsible adult escorts the child at both airport of departure and arrival.
Unaccompanied minors in Skyward AirlinesFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Skyward Express.
No. Wilson: one 15 kg checked bag and one 5 kg cabin item. JKIA: one 23 kg checked bag and one 7 kg cabin item. Check the airport on your ticket.
One cabin item up to 5 kg and a fully collapsible stroller. The current ticket-policy page does not specify a 10 kg checked allowance.
Email [email protected] and complete the change at least six hours before departure. Fees and any applicable higher-fare difference apply; an email alone does not confirm the change.
Aim to give 48 hours’ notice, request help at booking, and notify counter staff on arrival. The assistance page recommends reaching check-in at least 90 minutes before departure.
Mobility aids travel free in addition to the standard allowance. Provide dimensions, weight and battery type. Manual chairs may be checked at the counter or gate; powered chairs needing preparation must be checked at the counter.
For ages 5–14, a parent or legal guardian accompanies the child to check-in and completes the UM form. Staff escort the child to boarding; cabin crew then take over. Ages 15–18 may opt in.
Pack it in a bike case or cardboard, remove wheels and pedals, turn handlebars parallel and deflate tyres. Extra fees apply. Supply your own packaging; inadequately packed equipment may be refused.
Empty the cylinders. Remove the light’s power source or secure its switch in the off position. Pack equipment properly; sports-equipment fees apply.
Keep needle guards fitted and carry the medication with them in its original labelled container, subject to other security and carriage requirements.
Yes. Its ticket policy lists reprinting as a paid service. Keep your pass and confirm the applicable charge at the counter.
Explore the latest Skyward Airlines (OW) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026Explore the latest Skyward Airlines (OW) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Skyward Airlines was rebranded from Skyward Express in 2025. It is a Kenyan regional carrier offering scheduled passenger and cargo services. The airline is privately owned and was founded in 2013. Passenger services are operated out of Nairobi's Wilson airport with a total of 8 domestic destinations served. Skyward Airlines operates Fokker 50 and Fokker 100 aircraft as well as some De Havilland Canada Dash 8s. All are configured in a single class layout.
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIL to MYD | Nairobi to Malindi | 1h 15m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to MBA | Nairobi to Mombasa | 1h 10m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to EDL | Nairobi to Eldoret | 40m | 0 | NONSTOP |
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyFokker F050 50 | 79-81 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Skyward baggage allowance is limited to 20Kgs per person (5Kgs hand luggage & 15Kgs checked-in luggage). Excess baggage will be charged at Kes. 350/- per kilo and will only be carried subject to space availability.
Skyward Airlines Baggage rulesSkyward Airlines does not accept animals or pets for carriage on our flights.
Flying with pets on Skyward AirlinesInfants must be 7 days or older to travel on a Skyward flight. You must have a medical clearance certificate issued by a physician to present at Check-In for any infant less than 7 days old. Skyward Airlines can accommodate a maximum of 5 infants per flight. If you are travelling with an infant under the age of 2‚ you can choose between two options: Purchase a paid seat
Skyward Airlines Infants policySkyWard check-in counter Opens 1hr 30mins prior to the flight departure time and Closes 40mins to the departure time. Skyward Airlines flies conveniently out of Wilson with daily flights to Eldoret. Lodwar‚ Mombasa‚ Diani‚ Malindi and Lamu. Our unwavering commitment to high standards of safety‚ customer experience‚ quality and reliability has uniquely positioned the airline to meet and exceed all our clients’ air transport expectations.
Skyward Airlines Check-in rulesUnaccompanied Minor is the term used for a Skyward Airlines passenger between the ages of 5 - 12 years‚ travelling alone. Children between the ages of 5 and 12 years of age will be accepted to travel provided a responsible adult escorts the child at both airport of departure and arrival.
Unaccompanied minors in Skyward AirlinesFind quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Skyward Express.
No. Wilson: one 15 kg checked bag and one 5 kg cabin item. JKIA: one 23 kg checked bag and one 7 kg cabin item. Check the airport on your ticket.
One cabin item up to 5 kg and a fully collapsible stroller. The current ticket-policy page does not specify a 10 kg checked allowance.
Email [email protected] and complete the change at least six hours before departure. Fees and any applicable higher-fare difference apply; an email alone does not confirm the change.
Aim to give 48 hours’ notice, request help at booking, and notify counter staff on arrival. The assistance page recommends reaching check-in at least 90 minutes before departure.
Mobility aids travel free in addition to the standard allowance. Provide dimensions, weight and battery type. Manual chairs may be checked at the counter or gate; powered chairs needing preparation must be checked at the counter.
For ages 5–14, a parent or legal guardian accompanies the child to check-in and completes the UM form. Staff escort the child to boarding; cabin crew then take over. Ages 15–18 may opt in.
Pack it in a bike case or cardboard, remove wheels and pedals, turn handlebars parallel and deflate tyres. Extra fees apply. Supply your own packaging; inadequately packed equipment may be refused.
Empty the cylinders. Remove the light’s power source or secure its switch in the off position. Pack equipment properly; sports-equipment fees apply.
Keep needle guards fitted and carry the medication with them in its original labelled container, subject to other security and carriage requirements.
Yes. Its ticket policy lists reprinting as a paid service. Keep your pass and confirm the applicable charge at the counter.