Malindi to Kira flights
Kira lies 924 km (574 mi) north-west of Malindi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 56 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.
| Malindi | Kira | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Uganda |
| Population | 119,859 | 462,900 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 1,168 m (3,832 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
| Nearest large airport | MYD, 2 km out | EBB, 45 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kira
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 Malindi
Malindi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Malindi International Airport (MYD), 2 km (1 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,600 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Kira
Kira is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), 45 km (28 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 | 45 km (28 mi) | 12,000 ft | 3,782 ft |
Book a flight to Kira
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Staying in Kira
Our booking partner lists 31 places to stay in Kira. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (3). Guests have left 18 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kira from Malindi?
924 km (574 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Malindi.
How long does it take to get from Malindi to Kira by air?
About 1 h 56 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Malindi and Kira?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Malindi to Kira flights?
Typically Malindi International Airport (MYD) to Entebbe International Airport (EBB).
What currency do I need in Kira?
The Shilling (UGX).
Where can I stay in Kira?
Our booking partner lists 31 places to stay in Kira, 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.