Flying from Entebbe Airport (EBB) to Kisumu Airport (KIS): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.
Kisumu's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Entebbe.
Each week, there are 15 Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your EBB to KIS flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Getting to Kisumu (and then seeing more of Kenya!) is easy with Safarilink. This popular airline has direct flights from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Safarilink.
Among carriers operating EBB to KIS flights, AirKenya Express leads the way for on-time arrivals.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport. Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport is a popular stopover on the EBB to KIS route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Entebbe Airport (EBB) to Kisumu Airport (KIS)
ر.ق. 396 is the lowest price for a one-way Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 791. These fares can change depending on demand.
To find cheap tickets from EBB to KIS, book early. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from EBB to KIS by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport.
Handy information about Entebbe Airport (EBB)
Of the flights that depart from Entebbe Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
Entebbe Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Entebbe. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to EBB? If you're catching an early flight from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Kisumu Airport (KIS)
If you're arriving on a late Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near KIS:
Getting from Kisumu Airport (KIS) to central Kisumu
Kisumu Airport to the centre of Kisumu has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kisumu Airport (KIS)
November is the busiest month for flights from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Kisumu in March.
The warmest month in Kisumu is February, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Entebbe Airport to Kisumu Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from EBB to KIS in June if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 27ºC on average.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi is just one of the many cities in Kenya waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Kisumu. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Masai Mara National Reserve, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Giraffe manor.
Nakuru is another favourite destination in Kenya and is around 145 kilometres east of Kisumu. No trip is complete without dropping by Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru and Lake Nakuru View.