Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · Kenya

HKELEDL

Eldoret International Airport

Eldoret, Kenya

ICAO

HKEL

IATA

EDL

Category

International Hub

Elevation

6,941 ft

Country

Kenya

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at HKEL

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Eldoret International Airport (HKEL / EDL) in Eldoret, Kenya, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

HKEL is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Kenya

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Kenya.

Applicable permit lead times for Kenya are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Kenya are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at HKEL

Direct FBO and handler coordination at HKEL covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Eldoret International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at HKEL

Fuel on record at Eldoret International Airport: Jet fuel. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to HKEL

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for HKEL: 0° 24′ 14″ N 35° 14′ 20″ E; elevation 6,941 ft; local time UTC+3.

Crew & Passenger Services in Eldoret

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Eldoret.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at HKEL.

Cargo Operations at HKEL

Support for freighter operations into HKEL covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Eldoret International Airport

Latitude
0° 24′ 14″ N
Longitude
35° 14′ 20″ E
ICAO code
HKEL
IATA code
EDL
Municipality
Eldoret
Timezone
UTC+3
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 8
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To EDL?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HKEL.

Submit flight inquiry for HKEL

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – HKEL

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Eldoret International Airport?

The ICAO code is HKEL and the IATA code is EDL.

Is Jet A1 available at HKEL?

Yes. Fuel on record at Eldoret International Airport is Jet fuel; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at HKEL?

Eldoret International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 8.

What time zone does HKEL operate in?

Eldoret International Airport operates on UTC+3.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for HKEL?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for HKEL.