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KIS

Nairobi

KenyaJun 2026

$90

$38

One-way

KIS

Nairobi

KenyaJun 2026

$87

$58

One-way

KIS

Entebbe

UgandaJul 2026

$129

$109

One-way

KIS

Mombasa

KenyaJun 2026

$135

$111

One-way

KIS

Malindi

KenyaJun 2026

$171

$117

One-way

KIS

Ukunda

KenyaJun 2026

$195

$122

One-way

KIS

Lamu

KenyaJun 2026

$178

$142

One-way

KIS

Dar es Salaam

TanzaniaJul 2026

$272

$223

One-way

KIS

Maasai Mara

KenyaJun 2026

$220

$246

One-way

KIS

Zanzibar

TanzaniaJul 2026

$302

$278

One-way

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Origin Intelligence — 424 Destinations from Kisumu Tracked

Insights for flights from Kisumu

Just 30.5% of recent fares from Kisumu are non-stop, indicating that connecting flights are the more common option for travelers. This means that while direct flights from Kisumu are available, you will likely encounter more options that include layovers, which can sometimes offer more competitive pricing or access to a wider range of destinations.
For travelers seeking cheap flights from Kisumu, the most economical fares right now start at $77 to Nairobi, Kenya. Other affordable options include flights to Nairobi, Kenya for $111, and Entebbe, Uganda for $220. These prices represent some of the lowest available for roundtrip travel from Kisumu, offering a starting point for budget-conscious planning.
The most frequently discounted destination from Kisumu is Nairobi, Kenya, appearing often in recent fare observations. Following Nairobi, Mombasa, Kenya is another popular choice for travelers, frequently featured in flight deals. Entebbe, Uganda also stands out as a commonly available destination from Kisumu, reflecting consistent demand for these routes.
Kisumu offers access to a broad range of destinations, with recent fares covering 424 unique cities. The majority of recent fares, 43%, are for destinations within Kenya, including popular cities like Nairobi and Mombasa. Beyond Kenya, Tanzania accounts for 9% of recent fares, and South Africa makes up 6%, providing international travel opportunities to countries such as Uganda.
Regarding flight distances, 58% of routes from Kisumu are long-haul, indicating a strong presence of longer-distance international trips. Medium-haul flights account for 16% of the route mix, while short-haul routes make up 26%. This distribution suggests that a significant portion of the travel options from Kisumu involves substantial distances, catering to both regional and intercontinental travel needs.

Most popular airlines from Kisumu

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Kenya Airways

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Last-minute flights going from Kisumu soon

Wed, Jun 24

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KIS - Nairobi

Fly Air

Kisumu (KIS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Fly Air

$128

$77

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

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KIS - Las Vegas

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Kisumu (KIS) - Las Vegas (LAS)

Alaska Airlines, Inc., Kenya Airways, Qatar Airways

$1,838

$2,788

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

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KIS - Cairo

Fly Air

Kisumu (KIS) - Cairo (CAI)

Fly Air

$803

$983

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

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KIS - Mombasa

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Kisumu (KIS) - Mombasa (MBA)

Fly Air, Executive Airlines

$313

$254

One-way

Sun, Jun 28

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KIS - Malindi

Air Jamaica

Kisumu (KIS) - Malindi (MYD)

Air Jamaica

$238

$273

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

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KIS - Ukunda

Air Jamaica

Kisumu (KIS) - Ukunda (UKA)

Air Jamaica

$244

$286

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Kisumu

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Chicago

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United StatesJul 2026

from

$1,301

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New York

TOP

United StatesJul 2026

from

$1,232

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Munich

TOP

GermanyJul 2026

from

$1,040

Vienna

TOP

AustriaJul 2026

from

$1,071

Hong Kong

TOP

Hong KongJul 2026

from

$1,199

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Miami

TOP

United StatesJul 2026

from

$1,597

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Kisumu

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-22%

KIS - Sacramento

$2,269  →  $1,759

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-23%

KIS - Chicago

$1,693  →  $1,301

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-13%

KIS - New York

$1,421  →  $1,232

-7%

KIS - Hong Kong

$1,292  →  $1,199

Popular Airports from Kisumu

Kisumu airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Nairobi

Flights from Kisumu to Nairobi start at $38 for a one-way direct flight.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Sep

September tends to have lower flight prices from Kisumu.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 months in advance

Booking 2-8 months ahead offers the lowest median fares from KIS.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Kenya Airways, Air Jamaica

Domestic and regional carriers consistently offer the cheapest fares from Kisumu.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$38 direct / ~$77 roundtrip

The cheapest flights from Kisumu are to destinations within Kenya and to Uganda.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Mon - Wed - Thu

Flights from KIS are cheapest on Mon, Wed, and Thu, with fares from $39.

Kisumu main airports to depart from

Kisumu International (KIS)

Cheapest

Kisumu International is ideal for travelers seeking affordable flights from Kisumu to various destinations.

📍 ~4 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$77

Airports nearby Kisumu used as alternative

Eldoret International (EDL)

Cheapest

Eldoret International is a practical alternative due to its proximity and infrastructure, offering more commercial flights.

📍 ~85 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$100

Kitale (KTL)

Kitale is a viable secondary regional option for travelers heading north of Kisumu, despite limited schedules.

📍 ~110 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$139

Mara Serena (MRE)

Mara Serena is geographically accessible from southern Nyanza, primarily serving safari tourism rather than general transit.

📍 ~180 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$314

Mara North Airport (HKR)

Mara North Airport offers an alternative access point in the northern Maasai Mara region for specialized travel.

📍 ~150 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$399

Olkiombo Airstrip (OLX)

Olkiombo Airstrip is an additional option within the Mara ecosystem, strictly a bush strip for safari-link bookings.

📍 ~180 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$368

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Nairobi

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Booking Flights from Kisumu: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, travelers from Kisumu have found several destinations for under $250. Across the trailing quarter, Nairobi was available for a median price of $68, and Entebbe for $111. Other options included Ukunda at a median of $130 and Mombasa at $131. In total, there were 8 destinations with median prices under $250 in the trailing 90 days.

From Kisumu, you can typically reach 89 unique countries, with flights to 424 distinct cities. Historically, Kenya accounts for 43% of the available routes. Tanzania represents 9% of the destinations, and South Africa makes up 6% of the available flight options.

Across the trailing quarter, the most frequently served destination from Kisumu was Nairobi. Mombasa was also a popular choice, and Entebbe in Uganda was another top destination. These destinations consistently show high availability over a 90-day period.