Travelling from Kisumu Airport (KIS) to Wilson Airport (WIL): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.
Nairobi's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Kisumu.
Choose from 225 weekly Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport flights. The 08:05 departure with Renegade Air is the earliest you can take. Safarilink operates the latest service of the day at 19:40.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your KIS to WIL flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Safarilink is your ticket to exploring Nairobi (and perhaps some other exciting corners of Kenya!). Check out the direct flights from Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Safarilink.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kisumu Airport (KIS) to Wilson Airport (WIL)
Right now, £29 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £58. Remember that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book five months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KIS to WIL.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
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Handy information about Kisumu Airport (KIS)
61.55% of flights that depart Kisumu Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Central Kisumu to Kisumu Airport is approximately 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KIS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Wilson Airport (WIL)
Book a hotel near WIL if you have a late Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel farther out of Nairobi and discover places that are off the radar with your own wheels. You can pick up a Wilson Airport rental car from popular outlets like Auto-Union or Unicorn rent a car.
To lock in the lowest rate, reserve your vehicle from Wilson Airport several weeks in advance. Rates generally rise closer to your travel date.
Getting from Wilson Airport (WIL) to central Nairobi
Wilson Airport to the centre of Nairobi has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 2 miles away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 45 minutes.
When to fly to Wilson Airport (WIL)
The quietest month for a flight from Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Nairobi based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Kisumu Airport to Wilson Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Nairobi, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KIS to WIL around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Kenya
Nairobi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Kenya waiting to be explored. About 270 miles south-east of Nairobi, a trip to Mombasa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Fort Jesus, Haller Park and Old Town of Mombasa.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Kenya, consider Nakuru, about 90 miles north-west of Nairobi. ARTHUR GARDENS (WEDDING/EVENT GROUNDS), Upper Hill estate and Muhia's Conservation Forest are key highlights.