Nyala to El Fasher flights
El Fasher lies 183 km (114 mi) north of Nyala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 59 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 | El Fasher | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sudan | Sudan |
| Population | 565,734 | 252,609 |
| Elevation | 661 m (2,169 ft) | 748 m (2,454 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) | UTC+2 (Africa/Khartoum) |
| Nearest large airport | UYL, 8 km out | ELF, 3 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 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 Nyala?
183 km (114 mi) in a straight line, north of Nyala.
How long does it take to get from Nyala to El Fasher by air?
About 59 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 El Fasher?
No, both are on Africa/Khartoum at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nyala to El Fasher flights?
Typically Nyala Airport (UYL) 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.