Eldoret International Airport serves the Kenyan Rift Valley city, about 16 km south of the city center.
The region is world-renowned for producing numerous Olympic middle-distance and marathon champions, thanks to the altitude and training camps in the area.
How to get to Eldoret International Airport
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By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to EDL
Parking near Eldoret International Airport
The airport manages an official parking area right in front of the terminal.
Rates are generally affordable.
How to get to Eldoret from EDL
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Car rental at Eldoret International Airport
The arrivals area hosts the major car rental companies.
Carrying driver's license, passport, and credit card is standard; an International Driving Permit is usually required as well.
Hotels near Eldoret International Airport
Eldoret and Elgon View
About 13-16 km from the airport, 20-25 minutes by taxi; Eldoret's centre is just 5 km from Elgon View.
Best for: Travellers arriving for business or on a road trip between Nairobi and Uganda who want the leafiest neighbourhood in town.
- Elgon View is the quietest residential neighbourhood between downtown and the airport, away from city traffic
- A few minutes from supermarkets, the Eldoret Sports Club and Moi Teaching & Referral hospital
- No property is really close to the airport: a 20-25 minute taxi ride is still needed either way
- Evening life is concentrated downtown, not in Elgon View
Recommended hotels
- Boma Inn Eldoret 68 rooms on Ramogi Road, in the heart of Elgon View, 13 km from the airport and 5 km from the city centre; outdoor pool, spa and gym among the few of international standard in Eldoret. View availability
- Sahel Executive Studio apartment Studio apartment with separate kitchen and bathroom in Elgon View, 16 km from the airport; close to Naivas supermarket and the Eldoret Sports Club, with security active 24 hours a day. View availability
Airport services
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Terminal guide
The terminal is adequately sized for its role as a regional hub in the Rift Valley.
Before boarding, allow 2 hours margin for flights.
Map of Eldoret International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. Why is Eldoret famous in athletics?
The high-altitude region has produced numerous Olympic and world champions in middle- and long-distance running and marathon, thanks to training camps that attract athletes from around the world.
Q. Do you need an eTA to land in Eldoret?
Yes, the same Electronic Travel Authorization required for any entry point into Kenya since 2024 also applies to Eldoret: with fewer direct international flights than Nairobi or Mombasa, it's still worth applying well in advance so as not to have limited room for maneuver if problems arise.
Q. Do taxis in Eldoret have meters?
No, always agree on the price before getting in.
Q. Is Eldoret a good starting point for safaris?
It's less central than Kenya's classic safari circuits, but convenient for those interested in sports tourism linked to athletics.
Flight board
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