Nairobi to Sodo flights
Sodo lies 912 km (566 mi) north of Nairobi, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 55 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.
| Nairobi | Sodo | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Ethiopia |
| Population | 4.4 million | 204,100 |
| Elevation | 1,684 m (5,525 ft) | 2,045 m (6,709 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | NBO, 13 km out | AWA, 75 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Sodo
Crossing from Kenya into Ethiopia: money changes from the Shilling to the Birr (ETB); traffic switches to the right; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, SN 441011, Schuko, Type E, Type L; the dialling code becomes +251; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648865 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648866.
Airports at each end
Leaving Nairobi
Nairobi is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), 13 km (8 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, 4 km).
Arriving in Sodo
Sodo is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Hawassa International Airport (AWA), 75 km (47 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Arba Minch Airport (AMH, 93 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawassa International Airport | AWA | 75 km (47 mi) | 9,843 ft | 5,450 ft |
| Arba Minch Airport (regional) | AMH | 93 km (58 mi) | 9,170 ft | 3,901 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sodo from Nairobi?
912 km (566 mi) in a straight line, north of Nairobi.
How long does it take to get from Nairobi to Sodo by air?
About 1 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nairobi and Sodo?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nairobi to Sodo flights?
Typically Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) to Hawassa International Airport (AWA); Sodo also has AMH.
What currency do I need in Sodo?
The Birr (ETB).
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.