Airports Near Kenema
The closest airports to Kenema, SL: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Kenema, SL is Kenema Airport (KEN), about 1 mi (2 km) away — roughly 4 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Sherbro International Airport (BTE).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEN | Kenema AirportKenema, Sierra Leone | 1 mi / 2 km | 4 min | Regional |
| KBS | Bo AirportBo, Sierra Leone | 39 mi / 63 km | 1 hr 10 min | Regional |
| WYE | Yengema AirportYengema, Sierra Leone | 52 mi / 83 km | 1 hr 32 min | Regional |
| GBK | Gbangbatok AirportGbangbatok, Sierra Leone | 82 mi / 132 km | 1 hr 54 min | Regional |
| BTE | Sherbro International AirportBonthe, Sierra Leone | 94 mi / 151 km | 2 hr 11 min | International |
| VOI | Voinjama AirportVoinjama, Liberia | 104 mi / 167 km | 2 hr 25 min | Regional |
| MLW | Spriggs Payne AirportMonrovia, Liberia | 114 mi / 183 km | 2 hr 39 min | Regional |
| KSI | Kissidougou AirportKissidougou, Guinea | 115 mi / 185 km | 2 hr 40 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Kenema Airport (KEN) is the most convenient at about 1 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Sherbro International Airport (BTE) (94 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Kenema. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with KEN.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near KEN saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Other cities these airports serve
Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Kenema is Kenema Airport (KEN), about 1 mi (2 km) away — roughly 4 min by road.