Are there direct flights to Khartoum from the UK?

No. There are no direct flights between the UK and Khartoum, and there have not been since 2012. When services operate, UK travellers connect through a hub such as Cairo, Istanbul, Doha or Addis Ababa.

Which airlines fly to Khartoum?

Before Khartoum International Airport closed in 2023, carriers serving the city included EgyptAir, Turkish Airlines, Qatar Airways, Emirates, flydubai, Ethiopian Airlines and Saudia, each via its home hub. No airline is currently scheduling flights to KRT.

How long is the flight to Khartoum from London?

With one connection, the journey has typically taken around 11 to 15 hours door to door, depending on the hub and layover. Actual flying time is roughly 7 to 10 hours split across the two legs.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Khartoum?

Historically the lowest fares have been outside the cool winter season and away from Eid, with midweek departures booked a few weeks ahead. The When to book chart above shows how prices have moved.

Do UK travellers need a visa for Sudan?

Yes. British passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling, from the Sudanese embassy, and additional permits are needed to move around the country and to take photographs.

Is it safe to travel to Khartoum right now?

No. The FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan because of armed conflict, Khartoum's airport is closed, and British consular support is severely limited. We would not arrange leisure travel to Khartoum under current conditions.

How do I get from Khartoum airport to the city centre?

KRT sits about 4 km from the centre, normally a 10 to 20 minute drive. Airport taxis, hotel transfers and ride-hailing apps have been the usual options, with fares agreed before you set off.

Why book flights to Khartoum with Seven Zones Travel?

Our consultants know this region well and follow the situation closely. We compare every available hub and routing for the best fare, give honest advice on whether travel is currently possible, and offer support around the clock if your plans change.

Does Seven Zones Travel offer ATOL-protected trips to Khartoum?

Yes. Where we sell a flight-inclusive package it is ATOL protected, so your money and return journey are covered if a supplier fails. Ask our team exactly what protection applies to your booking.

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Overview

Khartoum stands where the Blue and White Nile merge, and it has long been Sudan's main gateway by air. One point matters before anything else: since April 2023 Sudan has been affected by serious armed conflict, Khartoum International Airport (KRT) is closed to commercial flights, and the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) advises against all travel to Sudan. There are currently no scheduled flights to Khartoum from the UK or anywhere else. The guidance below explains how the route has worked and what to expect if services resume; please speak to our team for the current position before making any plans.

Best time to fly to Khartoum

Khartoum has a hot desert climate. The most comfortable spell is the cool, dry season from November to February, when days sit in the high 20s to mid 30s Celsius. March to June is fiercely hot, often above 40C, while July to September brings a short rainy season and occasional haboobs (dust storms). Winter and the Eid periods have always been the busiest times to travel; the When to book chart above shows how fares have moved historically.

Airlines and routes

There is no direct flight between the UK and Khartoum, and the last London service ended in 2012, so UK travellers have always connected through a hub. Before KRT closed, the common options were Cairo with EgyptAir, Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, Doha with Qatar Airways, Dubai with Emirates or flydubai, Addis Ababa with Ethiopian Airlines, and Jeddah with Saudia. A one-stop journey from London typically ran 11 to 15 hours including the connection, with flying time of roughly 7 to 10 hours across the two legs. No carrier is scheduling flights to Khartoum at present.

Things to do in Khartoum

For a future visit, when conditions allow, Khartoum rewards curious travellers. Several of the sites below have been damaged during the conflict, so always check locally before relying on any of them.

Confluence of the Niles: the dramatic meeting of the Blue and White Nile, best seen from the bridge or on a short boat trip.

National Museum of Sudan: Nubian antiquities and rescued Nile-valley temples, though the building has suffered wartime damage.

Omdurman Souq: one of Sudan's largest markets, known for silverwork, spices and handicrafts.

Hamed al-Nil Tomb: famous for the Friday gathering of Sufi dervishes with drumming and whirling.

Tuti Island: a green farming island at the river confluence, traditionally reached by ferry.

At Khartoum International Airport (KRT)

KRT is unusually central, only around 4 km from the city centre and normally a 10 to 20 minute drive. There is no rail or metro link, so airport taxis, hotel pick-ups and ride-hailing apps have been the usual way into town, with fares agreed in advance as meters are rare. A replacement airport has been under construction further south. The airport is not handling commercial flights at present.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Khartoum

Watch the price charts on this page and book when the trend is in your favour; connecting fares to the region have usually been better value booked several weeks ahead rather than at the last minute.

Choose midweek departures and avoid Eid and the peak winter weeks, when seats through the Gulf and Cairo fill quickly.

Keep your dates flexible and compare hubs, as routing via Cairo, Istanbul, Doha or Addis Ababa can give very different prices for the same trip.

Compare airlines rather than assuming one is always cheapest, and weigh total journey time alongside the fare.

Travel essentials

UK passport holders need a visa to enter Sudan, arranged in advance through the Sudanese embassy, plus separate permits to travel within the country and to take photographs. The currency is the Sudanese pound (SDG); Sudan runs largely on cash and UK debit and credit cards are generally not accepted, partly because of sanctions, so plan your money carefully. A yellow fever certificate is required if you arrive from a country with transmission risk, and routine and travel vaccinations should be up to date. Above all, read the FCDO's Sudan travel advice: it currently warns against all travel, consular help inside Sudan is severely limited, and standard travel insurance will not cover trips taken against that advice.

Fare type	Hand baggage	Checked baggage
Basic / Light economy	1 small under-seat bag	Usually none — add for a fee
Standard economy	1 cabin bag + 1 personal item	Typically 1 × 23 kg
Premium economy	1–2 cabin bags + personal item	Typically 2 × 23 kg
Business / First	2 cabin bags + personal item	Typically 2 × 32 kg

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