Eldoret International Airport
Eldoret, Nakuru County, Kenya
EDL is the IATA airport code for Eldoret International Airport, located in Eldoret, Kenya. Its ICAO code is HKEL. The airport is classified as a International Airport with scheduled commercial passenger service. It operates in the Africa/Nairobi timezone at an elevation of 6,941 ft (2,116 m) above sea level. It has 2 runways.
About Eldoret International Airport
Wikipedia ↗Eldoret International Airport is located in Uasin Gishu County, near Eldoret city in western Kenya. It serves as both a domestic and international airport, supporting passenger flights and significant cargo operations, especially for agricultural exports. The airport features a long paved runway and a modern terminal, and is one of Kenya's designated international ports of entry. Its strategic location makes it important for regional connectivity and economic activity in the Rift Valley.
Location
Open in OpenStreetMap ↗Runways (2)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 11,480 ft (3,499 m) | 147 ft (45 m) | Asphalt | Yes | Open |
| 08/26 | 11,480 ft (3,499 m) | 147 ft (45 m) | Asphalt | Yes | Open |
Airlines (2)
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- IATA Code
- EDL
- ICAO Code
- HKEL
- Type
- International Airport
- City
- Eldoret
- Country
- Kenya
- Region
- Nakuru County
- Timezone
- Africa/Nairobi
- Local Time
- —
- Elevation
- 6,941 ft (2,116 m)
- Coordinates
- 0.4045°N, 35.2389°E
- Annual Passengers
- 111,250
- Opened
- 1995
- Operator
- Kenya Airports Authority
Airport Stats
External Links
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