Kisumu to Nansana flights
Nansana lies 254 km (158 mi) 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 5 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 | Nansana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Uganda |
| Population | 397,957 | 532,800 |
| Elevation | 1,174 m (3,852 ft) | 1,218 m (3,996 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
| Nearest large airport | KIS, 4 km out | EBB, 37 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Nansana
Crossing from Kenya into Uganda: money changes from the Shilling to the Shilling (UGX); the dialling code becomes +256; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
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 Nansana
Nansana is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), 37 km (23 mi) from the centre, whose 12,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entebbe International Airport | EBB | 37 km (23 mi) | 12,000 ft | 3,782 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nansana from Kisumu?
254 km (158 mi) in a straight line, west of Kisumu.
How long does it take to get from Kisumu to Nansana by air?
About 1 h 5 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 Nansana?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kisumu to Nansana flights?
Typically Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Entebbe International Airport (EBB).
What currency do I need in Nansana?
The Shilling (UGX).
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.