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Eldoret Intl (HKEL/EDL) — Eldoret, Kenya

Eldoret Intl (HKEL/EDL) serves Eldoret, Kenya. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (08/26). Field elevation is 6941 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: HKEL
  • Name: Eldoret Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 0.404458
  • Longitude: 35.238899
  • Elevation: 6941 ft
  • Country: Kenya
  • Municipality: Eldoret
  • IATA Code: EDL
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: HKNA
  • Timezone: Africa/Nairobi
  • Distance from City: 15.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 11483 X 148
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: HIRL, REIL both ends, ALSF-I RWY 08, threshold lights
  • NAVAIDs: ILS CAT I RWY 08 (ELL 110.50 MHz), VOR-DME (ELD 114.70 MHz), NDB (ELI 373 kHz)
  • Approach Types: ILS/DME RWY 08, VOR/DME
  • Remarks: Fire category 8. Elev RWY 08: 6842 ft, RWY 26: 6945 ft. True headings 079/259

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.400 MHz
  • Ground: 121.600 MHz
  • Operations: 121.100 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 119.400 MHz
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 03:30 – 18:00
Tuesday 03:30 – 18:00
Wednesday 03:30 – 18:00
Thursday 03:30 – 18:00
Friday 03:30 – 18:00
Saturday 03:30 – 18:00
Sunday 03:30 – 18:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: 0330-1800Z (0630-2100 local) daily. Hours extendable on request. Tower operates same hours

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +254 532062966
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +254 532061299
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://www.kaa.go.ke/eldoret-international-airport/
  • Remarks: Alt phones: +254 712452170, +254 712452172, +254 712452174. Ground handler G.A.S. Kenya: +254 726031852

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: +254 20827470
  • Remarks: Landing permit may be required for private/charter flights. Apply via KCAA AATIS online system. Phone: +254 709725000, +254 728606570. Email: [email protected]. Min 48h before departure. Validity: +72h from schedule. Processing fee: USD 50

Customs

  • Open: 03:30
  • Close: 18:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: 0330-1800Z (0630-2100 local). Extendable with airport hours. International port of entry

Fees

  • Landing Fee: 10-1750 USD by MTOW bracket
  • Parking Fee: 6-130 USD per day by MTOW bracket
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: Class 1 aerodrome. Landing by MTOW: up to 1500kg=$10, 1501-2500=$20, 2501-5000=$25, 5001-10000=$40, 10001-20000=$65, 20001-40000=$102, 40001-80000=$223, 80001-120000=$585, 120001-180000=$820, 180001-300000=$1345, 300001+=$1750. Night surcharge +20%. Parking daily: up to 10t=$6, 10-40t=$10, 40-80t=$15, 80-120t=$25, 120-180t=$40, 180-300t=$50, 300t+=$130. Pax charge: intl $50, domestic 600 KES

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-05
  • Remarks: Supplied by TotalEnergies. No 100LL reported

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Gazetted port of entry per Kenya Directorate of Immigration. Immigration operates during airport hours

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: N/A
  • Remarks: No curfew. Night operations available with surcharge and fuel standby cover ($58). Limited to one widebody at a time; up to 5 narrowbodies on available bays

Alternates

HKKT

  • ICAO: HKKT
  • Name: Kitale Airport
  • Distance (NM): 38.0
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

HKKI

  • ICAO: HKKI
  • Name: Kisumu Airport
  • Distance (NM): 42.4
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: International airport. E-visa or visa on arrival. Lake Victoria region gateway.

HKMS

  • ICAO: HKMS
  • Name: Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip
  • Distance (NM): 109.4
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: No
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Kenya Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 2d Landing: 5d
  • Overflight Permit: Yes
  • Landing Permit: Yes
  • Overflight Lead Time: 72 business hours (official); 24 hours possible with complete docs
  • Landing Lead Time: 72 business hours (official); longer recommended for first-time operators
Private / GA Operations:

Private flights require KCAA notification, 2-3 days for processing.

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Nearby Airports

HKKG Kakamega Airport 28 NM HKWE Webuye Airport 30 NM HKZM Maji Mazuri Airport 32 NM HKKT Kitale Airport 38 NM HKKI Kisumu Airport 42 NM HKKR Kericho Airport 48 NM HKMX Lomolo Airport 50 NM HKAR Arroket Airport 63 NM

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of HKEL?
Eldoret Intl operates from 03:30 to 18:00 (on request).
What is the tower frequency at HKEL?
The tower frequency at Eldoret Intl is 118.4 MHz.
What fuel is available at HKEL?
Eldoret Intl offers JET A-1.
Does HKEL require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Eldoret Intl (Kenya).
Is customs available at HKEL?
Yes, customs at Eldoret Intl is available from 03:30 to 18:00.
Where is HKEL located?
Eldoret Intl (HKEL) is located in Eldoret, Kenya.
What is the IATA code for HKEL?
The IATA code for Eldoret Intl is EDL.
How long is the runway at HKEL?
The main runway at Eldoret Intl (08/26) measures 11483 X 148.
Does HKEL have an ILS approach?
Yes, Eldoret Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 08/26.
Is HKEL a port of entry?
Yes, Eldoret Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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