Mlolongo to Kakamega flights
Kakamega lies 307 km (191 mi) north-west of Mlolongo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 9 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.
| Mlolongo | Kakamega | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Kenya |
| Population | 136,351 | 1.9 million |
| Elevation | 1,600 m (5,249 ft) | 1,563 m (5,128 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Nearest large airport | NBO, 9 km out | KIS, 41 km out |
| Postal codes | 00519 | 50100 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Mlolongo
Mlolongo is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 13,507-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL, 16 km).
Arriving in Kakamega
Kakamega is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kisumu International Airport (KIS), 41 km (25 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, 56 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | 41 km (25 mi) | 10,823 ft | 3,734 ft |
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | 56 km (35 mi) | 11,480 ft | 6,941 ft |
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Staying in Kakamega
Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Kakamega. Of the 46 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (32). Guests have left 551 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kakamega from Mlolongo?
307 km (191 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Mlolongo.
How long does it take to get from Mlolongo to Kakamega by air?
About 1 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mlolongo and Kakamega?
No, both are on Africa/Nairobi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mlolongo to Kakamega flights?
Typically Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Kisumu International Airport (KIS); Kakamega also has EDL.
Where can I stay in Kakamega?
Our booking partner lists 79 places to stay in Kakamega, 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.