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Kakamega Airport (GGM)

Kakamega, Kenya · small airport · 0.271° 34.788° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeGGM
ICAO CodeHKKG
Typesmall airport
NameKakamega Airport
MunicipalityKakamega
CountryKenya
ContinentAF
Latitude0.271° N
Longitude34.788° E
Elevation5020 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryKenya
ISO Code
RegionKakamega
Continent CodeAF
IANA TimezoneAfrica/Nairobi
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+3
DST OffsetUTC+3
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🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: November – February
Cooler dry season across Africa
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Dry: Nov–FebWet: Mar–Oct

✈ Airlines Serving GGM

ET — Ethiopian AirlinesMS — EgyptAirSA — South African AirwaysKQ — Kenya Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (0.3°N)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Kakamega Airport (IATA: GGM, ICAO: HKKG) is a small domestic airport serving Kakamega, the capital of Kakamega County in western Kenya. It lies a short drive east of the town centre and mainly handles light aircraft, charter flights, and occasional scheduled services. The airport is a convenient access point for the nearby Kakamega Forest, Kenya’s last remaining tropical rainforest.

💡 Local Tip
If you’re heading to Kakamega Forest, ask your driver to stop in town for supplies first—options near the airport are very limited, and forest stations have few shops.
🚖 Getting There

Pre-arrange a taxi or hotel transfer before arrival, as the airport is small and does not have a large taxi rank. Boda-bodas (motorcycle taxis) and matatus may be available on the nearby main road, but they are less convenient with luggage. The drive to Kakamega town centre is short, so confirm the fare in advance.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Kakamega Airport?
A: Kakamega Airport uses IATA code GGM and ICAO code HKKG.

Q: How far is Kakamega Airport from Kakamega town?
A: It is a short drive, typically around 10–15 minutes, east of the town centre; confirm with your driver as traffic and road conditions vary.

Q: What flights operate from Kakamega Airport?
A: The airport mainly serves light aircraft, private charters, and occasional domestic services; scheduled commercial flights are limited, so check current operators before travel.

Q: Is there public transport at Kakamega Airport?
A: Public transport is limited; taxis, ride-hailing, or pre-arranged hotel transfers are the most reliable options.

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