Dodoma to Kisii flights
Kisii lies 620 km (385 mi) north of Dodoma, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 33 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.
| Dodoma | Kisii | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Kenya |
| Population | 765,179 | 112,417 |
| Elevation | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) | 1,686 m (5,531 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Nearest large airport | DOD, 2 km out | KIS, 66 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kisii
Crossing from Tanzania into Kenya: money changes from the Shilling to the Shilling (KES); 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 Dodoma
Dodoma is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Dodoma Airport (DOD), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,700 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Kisii
Kisii is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kisumu International Airport (KIS), 66 km (41 mi) from the centre, whose 10,823-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE, 85 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | 66 km (41 mi) | 10,823 ft | 3,734 ft |
| Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (regional) | MRE | 85 km (53 mi) | 3,450 ft | 5,200 ft |
Book a flight to Kisii
Our airline partner is activating live fares for this site; the search below opens the moment that is done. Hotels can be booked now.
Flights are sold here by AirOrSeaTravel through our booking partner, Nuitée, which takes the payment; the ticket is issued by the airline. How this works.
Staying in Kisii
Live rooms and prices for Kisii are in the search below.
Book a hotel in Kisii
Live rooms and prices from our booking partner, booked and paid for here. Free cancellation is marked where it applies.
Common questions
How far is Kisii from Dodoma?
620 km (385 mi) in a straight line, north of Dodoma.
How long does it take to get from Dodoma to Kisii by air?
About 1 h 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Dodoma and Kisii?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Dodoma to Kisii flights?
Typically Dodoma Airport (DOD) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS); Kisii also has MRE.
What currency do I need in Kisii?
The Shilling (KES).
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.