Nairobi Wilson Airport (HKNW / WIL)
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HKNW airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- HKNW
- IATA code
- WIL
- City
- Nairobi
- Region
- Nairobi Area
- Country
- Kenya
- Elevation
- 5,536 ft (1,687 m)
- Time zone
- Africa/Nairobi (UTC+3)
- Coordinates
- 1.3217° S, 36.8148° E
- Empty legs from
- 0
- Empty legs to
- 0
Weather & airport info HKNW
Current weather
Good visual conditions (VFR)observed 04 Nov, 14:00 UTC- Wind
- 12 kt (22 km/h) from northeast (50°)
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Clouds
- few clouds at 2,700 ft, scattered clouds at 2,800 ft
- Temperature
- 26 °C (dew point 10 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,020 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR HKNW 041400Z 05012KT 9999 FEW027CB SCT028 26/10 Q1020 NOSIG
Airport
- Elevation
- 5,536 ft (1,687 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:11 / 18:21 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 1,540 m (5,052 ft) | asphalt | no |
| 07/25 | 1,462 m (4,798 ft) | asphalt | yes |
Radio frequencies
- Tower: 118.1
For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map HKNW
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators, closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
EUROCONTROL: nationale AIS-Websites →For information only, not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for HKNW
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport: closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for HKNW.
For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
Private jet traffic in Nairobi Wilson Airport (last 30 days)
- Arrivals
- 88
- Departures
- 0
- Different jets
- 18
Most frequent origins: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (4).
Most common aircraft types: Pilatus PC-12 (46), Cessna Citation Sovereign (20), Beechcraft King Air 200/250 (13), Beechcraft King Air 350 (5), Cessna Citation Excel/XLS (3).
Tuesday is the busiest day.
Our own analysis of public ADS-B signals from business jets. Not every flight is received, and jets with a removal request are excluded.
Charter operators based here
Operators with a base at this airport.
- SafariLink AviationTurboprop
- Z.Boskovic Air ChartersTurboprop
- Blue Bird AviationTurboprop
- 748 Air ServicesTurboprop
- East African Air ChartersTurboprop, Light jet
- Phoenix AviationTurboprop, Midsize jet, Super midsize jet
- Airkenya ExpressTurboprop
- Scenic Air SafarisTurboprop
- KASASTurboprop
- Renegade AirTurboprop, Super midsize jet
- ALSTurboprop
- Yellow Wings Air ServicesTurboprop
- RotorJet Aviation CompanyHelicopter
- SkyMark ExecutiveDubai (Al Maktoum International) (OMDW) · Heavy jet
- Aberdair AviationHelicopter
- Northwood AviationTurboprop, Helicopter
- Wilken GroupTurboprop, Helicopter
- AirTrafficTurboprop
- Airworks KenyaTurboprop
- Reliance Air ChartersTurboprop
- Sicham AviationHelicopter
- AMREF Flying Doctor ServicesTurboprop, Super midsize jet
- Safe Air CompanyHeavy jet
Empty legs from HKNW
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About the airport
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HKNW airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Nairobi airport (HKNW) today?
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for Nairobi (HKNW). For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Nairobi airport (HKNW)?
According to the latest weather report for HKNW (METAR, 04 Nov, 14:00 UTC): Good visual conditions (VFR). Wind 12 kt (22 km/h) from northeast (50°), visibility 10 km or more, temperature 26 °C (dew point 10 °C). For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Nairobi airport (HKNW)?
Nairobi (HKNW) has 2 runways: runway 14/32 with 1,540 m (5,052 ft), asphalt and runway 07/25 with 1,462 m (4,798 ft), asphalt. The longest is 1,540 m.
What are the radio frequencies at Nairobi airport (HKNW)?
Frequencies at HKNW: Tower 118.1 MHz. For information only. Always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of Nairobi Wilson Airport?
The ICAO code is HKNW and the IATA code is WIL. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of HKNW airport?
Nairobi Wilson Airport sits at 5,536 ft (1,687 m) above sea level. Local time zone: Africa/Nairobi.
Can I fly to HKNW by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into Nairobi Wilson Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
Are there empty legs from or to HKNW?
No empty legs from or to Nairobi Wilson Airport are listed right now. The list is updated several times a day. You can also request a charter flight.