Kakamega to Gulu flights
Gulu lies 389 km (241 mi) north-west of Kakamega, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 15 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.
| Kakamega | Gulu | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | Uganda |
| Population | 1.9 million | 177,400 |
| Elevation | 1,563 m (5,128 ft) | 1,104 m (3,622 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
| Nearest large airport | KIS, 41 km out | ULU, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Gulu
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 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).
Arriving in Gulu
Gulu is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gulu Airport (ULU), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, whose 10,314-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulu Airport (regional) | ULU | 5 km (3 mi) | 10,314 ft | 3,510 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Gulu from Kakamega?
389 km (241 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kakamega.
How long does it take to get from Kakamega to Gulu by air?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kakamega and Gulu?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kakamega to Gulu flights?
Typically Kisumu International Airport (KIS) to Gulu Airport (ULU).
What currency do I need in Gulu?
The Shilling (UGX).
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.