Eldoret International Airport
Eldoret International Airport | |||||||||||
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| Airport type | Public, Civilian | ||||||||||
| Owner | Kenya Airports Authority | ||||||||||
| Serves | Eldoret | ||||||||||
| Location | Eldoret, Kenya | ||||||||||
| Elevation AMSL | 7,050 ft / 2,150 m | ||||||||||
| Coordinates | 00°24′16″N 35°14′20″E / 0.40444°N 35.23889°E | ||||||||||
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EDL Location of Eldoret Airport in Kenya Placement on map is approximate | |||||||||||
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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.