Asmara to Khartoum flights
Khartoum lies 686 km (426 mi) west of Asmara, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 38 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.
| Asmara | Khartoum | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Eritrea | Sudan |
| Population | 563,930 | 2 million |
| Elevation | 2,334 m (7,657 ft) | 381 m (1,250 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Asmara) | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) |
| Nearest large airport | ASM, 6 km out | KRT, 5 km out |
Clocks in Khartoum are 1 h behind Asmara right now, so a 1 h 38 min journey lands only 38 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Khartoum
Crossing from Eritrea into Sudan: money changes from the Nakfa to the Pound (SDG); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro; the dialling code becomes +249; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Asmara
Asmara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Asmara International Airport (ASM), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Khartoum
Khartoum is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Khartoum International Airport (KRT), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,751 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Khartoum International Airport | KRT | 5 km (3 mi) | 9,751 ft | 1,265 ft |
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Staying in Khartoum
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Common questions
How far is Khartoum from Asmara?
686 km (426 mi) in a straight line, west of Asmara.
How long does it take to get from Asmara to Khartoum by air?
About 1 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Asmara and Khartoum?
Khartoum is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Khartoum against Africa/Asmara).
Which airports are used for Asmara to Khartoum flights?
Typically Asmara International Airport (ASM) to Khartoum International Airport (KRT).
What currency do I need in Khartoum?
The Pound (SDG).
Where can I stay in Khartoum?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Khartoum, 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.