Airport code
EDL — Eldoret International Airport
EDL is the IATA code for Eldoret International Airport, an airport serving Eldoret, Kenya. Its ICAO code is HKEL, and it operates in the Africa/Nairobi time zone (UTC+3). The airport sits at 0.4045, 35.2389 in the Northern Hemisphere, at an elevation of 6941 ft (2116 m).
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About Eldoret International Airport
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.
Reference data
Airport information
| IATA code | EDL |
|---|---|
| ICAO code | HKEL |
| Airport name | Eldoret International Airport |
| City | Eldoret |
| Country | Kenya |
| Time zone | Africa/Nairobi (UTC+3) |
| Latitude | 0.4045 |
| Longitude | 35.2389 |
| Elevation | 6941 ft (2116 m) |
| Airport type | Large airport |
| Continent | Africa |
| Runways | 1 |
| Longest runway | 11,480 ft (3,499 m) |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Reference data last updated 24 July 2026.
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What is the IATA code for Eldoret International Airport?
The IATA code for Eldoret International Airport is EDL.
What is the ICAO code for Eldoret International Airport?
The ICAO code for Eldoret International Airport is HKEL.
Where is EDL airport located?
Eldoret International Airport (EDL) is located in Eldoret, Kenya.
What time zone is EDL in?
Eldoret International Airport operates in the Africa/Nairobi time zone, which is UTC+3.
What is the nearest airport to EDL?
The nearest airport to Eldoret International Airport (EDL) is Kisumu Airport (KIS) in Kisumu, about 79 km away.
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