Domestic air travel within Kenya connects major cities and towns, facilitating business, tourism, and personal travel. For example, a traveler could fly from Nairobi to Mombasa, Kisumu, or Malindi without leaving the country’s borders.
This mode of transport offers significant time savings compared to road travel, especially across longer distances. It plays a vital role in Kenya’s economic development by boosting tourism revenue, enabling quicker business connections, and supporting remote communities. Historically, domestic aviation has evolved significantly in Kenya, moving from a primarily government-operated service to a competitive market with multiple private airlines.