Nyala to Kassala flights
Kassala lies 1,300 km (808 mi) east of Nyala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 25 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.
| Nyala | Kassala | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Sudan |
| Population | 565,734 | 401,477 |
| Elevation | 661 m (2,169 ft) | 507 m (1,663 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) |
| Nearest large airport | UYL, 8 km out | KSL, 10 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Nyala
Nyala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Nyala Airport (UYL), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,880 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Kassala
Kassala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kassala Airport (KSL), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kassala Airport (regional) | KSL | 10 km (6 mi) | 8,202 ft | 1,671 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kassala from Nyala?
1,300 km (808 mi) in a straight line, east of Nyala.
How long does it take to get from Nyala to Kassala by air?
About 2 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Nyala and Kassala?
No, both are on Africa/Khartoum at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nyala to Kassala flights?
Typically Nyala Airport (UYL) to Kassala Airport (KSL).
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.