What is the tower frequency at HKKI?

The tower frequency at Kisumu Airport is 118.8 MHz.

Does HKKI require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Kisumu Airport (Kenya).

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Kisumu Airport

Kisumu Airport (HKKI/KIS) serves Kisumu, Kenya. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 3734 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 2/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 5/10

Data last updated: 2024-01-01

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: HKKI
Name: Kisumu Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: Uncategorized
Latitude: -0.086139
Longitude: 34.728901
Elevation: 3734 ft
Country: Kenya
Municipality: Kisumu
IATA Code: KIS
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: N/A
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 06/24

Designation: 06/24
Dimensions: 3299x45m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.800 MHz
Ground: 121.600 MHz
Operations: N/A
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fees

Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; KAA regulated
Parking Fee: KAA rates per MTOW and duration
Handling Mandatory: Yes
Currency: KES
Remarks: Kisumu International Airport. Lake Victoria. Western Kenya. KAA operated.

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: Jet A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-02-18
Remarks: Vivo Energy or Shell. Available during operating hours. Confirm for large volumes.

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: International airport. E-visa or visa on arrival. Lake Victoria region gateway.

Restrictions

Curfew Start: %H:%i
Curfew End: %H:%i
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: No curfew. Lake Victoria influence on weather. Afternoon thunderstorms common. Altitude 3,734 ft.

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

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at HKKI?: The tower frequency at Kisumu Airport is 118.8 MHz.
What fuel is available at HKKI?: Kisumu Airport offers Jet A-1.
Does HKKI require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Kisumu Airport (Kenya).

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