Addis Ababa to Kakamega flights
Kakamega lies 1,068 km (664 mi) south-west of Addis Ababa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 7 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Addis Ababa | Kakamega | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ethiopia | Kenya |
| Population | 3.9 million | 1.9 million |
| Elevation | 2,405 m (7,890 ft) | 1,563 m (5,128 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Nearest large airport | ADD, 8 km out | KIS, 41 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kakamega
Crossing from Ethiopia into Kenya: money changes from the Birr to the Shilling (KES); traffic switches to the left; sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +254; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Addis Ababa
Addis Ababa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 12,467-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Kakamega
Kakamega is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kisumu International Airport (KIS), 41 km (25 mi) from the centre, whose 10,823-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Eldoret International Airport (EDL, 56 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | 41 km (25 mi) | 10,823 ft | 3,734 ft |
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | 56 km (35 mi) | 11,480 ft | 6,941 ft |
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Staying in Kakamega
Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Kakamega. Of the 46 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (32). Guests have left 551 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kakamega from Addis Ababa?
1,068 km (664 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Addis Ababa.
How long does it take to get from Addis Ababa to Kakamega by air?
About 2 h 7 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Addis Ababa and Kakamega?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Addis Ababa to Kakamega flights?
Typically Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS); Kakamega also has EDL.
What currency do I need in Kakamega?
The Shilling (KES).
Where can I stay in Kakamega?
Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Kakamega, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.