Kassala to El Fasher flights
El Fasher lies 1,206 km (750 mi) west of Kassala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 18 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.
| Kassala | El Fasher | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Sudan |
| Population | 401,477 | 252,609 |
| Elevation | 507 m (1,663 ft) | 748 m (2,454 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) |
| Nearest large airport | KSL, 10 km out | ELF, 3 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in El Fasher
El Fasher is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is El Fasher Airport (ELF), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,744 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Fasher Airport (regional) | ELF | 3 km (2 mi) | 9,744 ft | 2,393 ft |
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Common questions
How far is El Fasher from Kassala?
1,206 km (750 mi) in a straight line, west of Kassala.
How long does it take to get from Kassala to El Fasher by air?
About 2 h 18 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kassala and El Fasher?
No, both are on Africa/Khartoum at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kassala to El Fasher flights?
Typically Kassala Airport (KSL) to El Fasher Airport (ELF).
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.