Kisumu to Mwanza flights
Mwanza lies 339 km (211 mi) south-west of Kisumu, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 11 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.
| Kisumu | Mwanza | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Tanzania |
| Population | 397,957 | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 1,174 m (3,852 ft) | 1,144 m (3,753 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) |
| Nearest large airport | KIS, 4 km out | MWZ, 9 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Mwanza
Crossing from Kenya into Tanzania: money changes from the Shilling to the Shilling (TZS); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +255; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kisumu
Kisumu is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kisumu International Airport (KIS), 4 km (2 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, 77 km).
Arriving in Mwanza
Mwanza is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mwanza International Airport (MWZ), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,212-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mwanza International Airport | MWZ | 9 km (6 mi) | 10,212 ft | 3,763 ft |
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Staying in Mwanza
Our booking partner lists 55 places to stay in Mwanza. Of the 31 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (22), and 2 are five-star. Guests have left 1,371 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Mwanza from Kisumu?
339 km (211 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kisumu.
How long does it take to get from Kisumu to Mwanza by air?
About 1 h 11 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kisumu and Mwanza?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kisumu to Mwanza flights?
Typically Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Mwanza International Airport (MWZ).
What currency do I need in Mwanza?
The Shilling (TZS).
Where can I stay in Mwanza?
Our booking partner lists 55 places to stay in Mwanza, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.