Are most flights from Kisumu long-haul or short-haul?

Historically, the majority of flights from Kisumu have been long-haul, accounting for approximately 58% of all routes. Short-haul flights represent about 26% of the routes available. Medium-haul flights make up the remaining 16% of the flight options from Kisumu, based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Kisumu?

Historically, Kenya offers some of the most affordable flight destinations from Kisumu, with Nairobi having a median price of $69. Uganda is another country with relatively low prices, as seen with Entebbe's median price of $112. Destinations in Tanzania, such as Dar es Salaam, typically have a median price of $259. These prices are based on observations from the trailing 90 days.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Kisumu?

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Kisumu, with an average price of $134. This represents a significant saving of 72% compared to the annual median average price of $485. August is typically the second cheapest month, with an average price of $182. These trends are based on historical data.

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KIS
Nairobi
Kenya • 2026-10-15
43% AI deal score
$68
$65
One-way
KIS
Nairobi
Kenya • 2026-10-11
35% AI deal score
$69
$71
One-way
KIS
Entebbe
Uganda • 2026-10-30
36% AI deal score
$110
$110
One-way
KIS
Mombasa
Kenya • 2026-09-08
45% AI deal score
$128
$115
One-way
KIS
Ukunda
Kenya • 2026-09-27
45% AI deal score
$170
$129
One-way
KIS
Malindi
Kenya • 2026-10-13
46% AI deal score
$164
$146
One-way
KIS
Zanzibar
Tanzania • 2026-12-30
65% AI deal score
$305
$247
One-way
KIS
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania • 2026-09-23
45% AI deal score
$286
$255
One-way
KIS
Arusha
Tanzania • 2026-09-27
36% AI deal score
$284
$283
One-way
KIS
Amboseli National Park
Kenya • 2026-10-13
32% AI deal score
$176
$329
One-way

Flights from Kisumu: Overview

Insights for flights from Kisumu

Only 30.5% of recent fares from Kisumu are non-stop, indicating that connecting flights are the dominant option for travelers. This means that while direct routes are available, you will frequently find itineraries that include at least one stop on your journey from Kisumu.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Kisumu, the most affordable destinations right now include Nairobi, Kenya, with fares starting from $127. Another option within Kenya is Nairobi (WIL), with prices from $141. You can also find deals to Entebbe, Uganda, with fares beginning at $232.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Kisumu has been Nairobi, Kenya. Other popular routes include Mombasa, Kenya, and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, which also appear often in recent fare observations.

Flights from Kisumu offer access to 42 unique cities across 27 countries, providing a broad range of travel possibilities. The majority of recent fares, 76%, are for destinations within Kenya. Beyond domestic travel, Tanzania accounts for 8% of recent fares, and Uganda makes up 5%, highlighting key regional connections.

The flight distances from Kisumu are predominantly long-haul, with 58% of routes categorized as long-distance international trips. Shorter journeys, classified as short-haul, make up 26% of the routes, while medium-haul flights account for 16% of the available options.

Most popular airlines from Kisumu

Kenya Airways

Air Jamaica

Small Planet Airlines

Uganda Airlines

Rwandair Express

Turkish Airlines

KLM

Last-minute flights going from Kisumu soon

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

KIS - Amsterdam

Kisumu (KIS) - Amsterdam (AMS)

Fly Air

$1,142

$1,086

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

KIS - Prague

Kisumu (KIS) - Prague (PRG)

Kenya Airways

$952

$1,144

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

KIS - Mombasa

Kisumu (KIS) - Mombasa (MBA)

Air Jamaica

$393

$239

One-way

Tue, Sep 8

⌛ Last-Minute

KIS - Cape Town

Kisumu (KIS) - Cape Town (CPT)

Kenya Airways

$807

$972

One-way

Fri, Sep 11

⌛ Last-Minute

KIS - Entebbe

Kisumu (KIS) - Entebbe (EBB)

Fly Air

$264

$188

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

KIS - Nairobi

Kisumu (KIS) - Nairobi (NBO)

Air Jamaica

$152

$132

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Kisumu

New York

TOP

United States • Oct 2026

from

$1,249

Miami

TOP

United States • Oct 2026

from

$1,293

New York

TOP

United States • Oct 2026

from

$1,223

San Francisco

TOP

United States • Oct 2026

from

$1,366

Rome

TOP

Italy • Sep 2026

from

$989

Amsterdam

TOP

Netherlands • Sep 2026

from

$1,086

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Kisumu

-19%

KIS - Miami

$1,603 → $1,293

-18%

KIS - San Francisco

$1,659 → $1,366

-19%

KIS - New York

$1,533 → $1,249

-16%

KIS - New York

$1,457 → $1,231

Popular Airports from Kisumu

Kisumu airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Wed - Thu - Fri

The cheapest flights from KIS are on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with fares from $57.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$65 direct / ~$127 roundtrip

Ultra-low fares cluster on routes to Kenya and Uganda.

✈️ Airlines to watch

Kenya Airways, Precision Air, Air Jamaica, Fly Air

Full-service and regional carriers offer the most flight options from Kisumu.

⏱️ Best time to book

2-8 months in advance

Booking 2-8 months in advance offers the lowest median fare of $146 from KIS.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Sep

Flights from Kisumu tend to be cheaper in September.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Nairobi

Flights from Kisumu to Nairobi start from $65 for a direct one-way ticket.

Kisumu main airports to depart from

Kisumu International (KIS)

Cheapest

Kisumu International is ideal for travelers seeking convenient regional and domestic connections from Kisumu.

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

💸 Flights from ~$132

Airports nearby Kisumu used as alternative

Eldoret International (EDL)

Cheapest

Eldoret International is a practical alternative with robust commercial service and good road access.

📍 ~76 km from Kisumu (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$112

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Booking Flights from Kisumu: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Kisumu have offered median prices under $200. For example, Nairobi typically has a median price of $69, while Entebbe averages around $112. Other affordable options include Ukunda at $130 and Mombasa at $132. These prices are based on observations from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, flights from Kisumu have reached 27 unique countries, encompassing 42 distinct cities. The majority of these destinations, about 76%, are within Kenya. Tanzania accounts for approximately 8% of destinations, while Uganda makes up 5%. This breadth of options is based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served destinations from Kisumu include Nairobi in Kenya. Mombasa, also in Kenya, is another popular choice for travelers. Additionally, Dar es Salaam in Tanzania consistently ranks among the top destinations.

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