Safarilink Aviation has announced the launch of a new regional air service linking Nairobi, Kisumu and Entebbe, a move expected to significantly enhance travel connectivity, tourism, and trade across East Africa.
The new route, which connects Kenya’s capital to western Kenya and Uganda’s capital, will operate daily morning flights, with additional afternoon services scheduled to be introduced on selected days from January 2026. The service will operate through Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kisumu International Airport, and Entebbe International Airport, offering travellers seamless same-day connections across the three cities.
Safarilink said the route has been designed to cater to both business and leisure travellers, providing faster and more reliable alternatives to road travel while improving access between key economic and tourism hubs in the region.
Introductory fares for the service have been set at $150 from Nairobi to Entebbe and $110 from Kisumu to Entebbe, positioning the route as a competitive option for regional travel.
Beyond direct connectivity, the airline noted that the new service strengthens onward travel opportunities across its broader network. Passengers arriving in Entebbe will be able to connect through Nairobi to Kenya’s coastal destinations such as Diani, Lamu and Malindi, as well as to Zanzibar. The route also improves access to western Kenya, enabling smoother connections from the Masai Mara through Migori into Kisumu, and onward travel into Uganda.
Tourism stakeholders are expected to benefit from the enhanced schedule, which supports travel to Kenya’s flagship national parks including Amboseli, Tsavo and the Masai Mara, while also facilitating movement between Uganda and Kenya for leisure, conferences and commercial activities.
Safarilink Chief Executive Officer Alex Avedi described the launch as part of the airline’s broader commitment to regional integration and improved accessibility.
“By connecting Nairobi, Kisumu and Entebbe, we are not only providing dependable and convenient travel options for our passengers, but also supporting tourism growth, commercial exchange and the long-standing social and economic ties across East Africa,” Avedi said.
The new route comes amid growing demand for efficient regional air travel as East African economies deepen cross-border trade and collaboration. Industry observers say improved air links between secondary cities such as Kisumu and regional capitals like Entebbe are critical to unlocking new economic opportunities beyond traditional hubs.
Safarilink, Kenya’s leading regional airline, operates an extensive network connecting Nairobi to safari, coastal and regional destinations. The airline has built a strong reputation for reliability and customer service, particularly within the tourism and business travel segments.
With the introduction of the Nairobi–Kisumu–Entebbe service, Safarilink reinforces its role as a key player in shaping regional air connectivity and supporting East Africa’s growing mobility needs.
