Njeru to Eldoret flights
Eldoret lies 233 km (145 mi) east of Njeru, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 3 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.
| Njeru | Eldoret | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Kenya |
| Population | 178,800 | 475,716 |
| Elevation | 1,152 m (3,780 ft) | 2,095 m (6,873 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) |
| Nearest large airport | EBB, 93 km out | EDL, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Eldoret
Crossing from Uganda into Kenya: money changes from the Shilling to the Shilling (KES); the dialling code becomes +254; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Njeru
Njeru is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), 93 km (58 mi) from the centre, whose 12,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Eldoret
Eldoret is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Eldoret International Airport (EDL), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,480-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Kisumu International Airport (KIS, 90 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eldoret International Airport | EDL | 13 km (8 mi) | 11,480 ft | 6,941 ft |
| Kisumu International Airport | KIS | 90 km (56 mi) | 10,823 ft | 3,734 ft |
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Staying in Eldoret
Our booking partner lists 209 places to stay in Eldoret. Of the 103 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (64). Across 11 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.5 out of 10. Guests have left 2,192 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Eldoret from Njeru?
233 km (145 mi) in a straight line, east of Njeru.
How long does it take to get from Njeru to Eldoret by air?
About 1 h 3 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Njeru and Eldoret?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Njeru to Eldoret flights?
Typically Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Eldoret International Airport (EDL); Eldoret also has KIS.
What currency do I need in Eldoret?
The Shilling (KES).
Where can I stay in Eldoret?
Our booking partner lists 209 places to stay in Eldoret, 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.