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AirKenya Express Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Airkenya Express (P2) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: P2Founded 1987HQ: Nairobi, Kenya
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About AirKenya Express

Explore the latest Airkenya Express (P2) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Airkenya Express is a regional airline based at Wilson Airport, Nairobi. It was founded in 1987 and has subsidiaries in Tanzania and Uganda. Airkenya Express operates scheduled services to a number of domestic destinations and to neighbouring Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Charter operations are also an important arm of the business. The airline operates a number of aircraft types, the two most popular ones are depicted in our seat map database.

Airline codeP2
Main hubJRO
Alliance-
Destinations4
Countries2
Fleet5
Updated: October 2026

Popular AirKenya Express routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
WIL to ARKNairobi to Arusha1h 0m0NONSTOP
WIL to JRONairobi to Arusha55m0NONSTOP
WIL to ASVNairobi to Ol Tukai35m0NONSTOP

AirKenya Express hubs and focus cities

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4 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving Arusha

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RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
ARK to WILArusha to Nairobi1h 0m0NONSTOP
WIL to ARKNairobi to Arusha1h 0m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Aircraft

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CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q20079 cm43 cm8 cm

AirKenya Express baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

Checked baggage for Airkenya Express has a maximum weight of 15 kgs (33 lbs) in soft-sided bags, with dimensions of 24 inches (60 cm) height, 18 inches (45 cm) length, and 13 inches (33 cm) width. Hand luggage should be 12 inches (30 cm) height, 21 inches (53 cm) length, and 9 inches (23 cm) width. Personal items like handbags, small umbrellas, and coats can be stored under the seat or in an overhead bin, not exceeding 5 kgs (11 lbs), and are part of the 15 kgs (33 lbs) baggage allowance.

Airkenya Express Baggage rules

Travel policies

Check in rules

Airkenya Express offers online check-in starting 24 hours before departure and closing 1 hour before departure. Your boarding pass will be sent directly to the email address provided in your booking.

Airkenya Express Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Airkenya Express accepts unaccompanied minors (UM) aged 5 to 12 on direct flights with cabin crew on board. An Airkenya staff member will accompany the UM from check-in to meeting their relatives after the flight. UMs are not accepted on connecting flights. Parents/guardians must fill in the Unaccompanied Minor form at check-in and inform the airline of any special needs or medical conditions at the time of booking.

Unaccompanied minors in Airkenya Express

On-time performance

87.17%On-time arrivals
22.46 minAverage delay
99.12%Completion rate
0.88%Cancellation rate

AirKenya Express FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with AirKenya Express.

Does AirKenya Express’s total allowance include cabin bags?

Yes. The total is 15 kg in soft bags.

What cabin weight applies on AirKenya Express?

Up to 5 kg within the total 15 kg allowance.

What checked soft-bag dimensions does AirKenya Express list?

60 × 45 × 33 cm.

What additional weight does an AirKenya Express freight seat provide?

75 kg, prebooked and subject to baggage rules and available space.

Does AirKenya Express offer free return-trip baggage storage?

Yes, at the Wilson terminal.

When should I arrive and when does AirKenya Express Wilson check-in close?

Arrive 60–90 minutes ahead. It closes 30 minutes ahead.

Does AirKenya Express guarantee preassigned seats?

No. Free seating is subject to weight and balance.

Is an AirKenya Express lap infant under two free?

Yes, with no separate baggage allowance.

Can an AirKenya Express unaccompanied child connect?

No. The listed service ages are 5–12; confirm eligibility at the age boundary.

Does AirKenya Express accept pets?

No. Pets are not accepted.