🇸🇩 Flights to Sudan
Cheap Flights to Sudan from the UK
Find the best deals on flights to Khartoum and Port Sudan. Dream Fare specialises in Sudan routes with the best prices for the UK Sudanese community. Please check FCDO travel advice before booking.
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FCDO Travel Advisory
The UK FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan due to ongoing armed conflict. Commercial flights are severely disrupted. Check gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice before booking. Dream Fare can advise on options for the UK Sudanese community.
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Flights to Sudanese Cities
Dream Fare serves the UK Sudanese community daily. Contact us for the latest availability on all Sudan routes.
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FROM £649Khartoum
Khartoum International Airport (KRT)
Sudan’s capital at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile. Commercial flights severely disrupted since April 2023. A historic and culturally extraordinary city with ancient Nubian heritage, extraordinary markets and the largest city in the Sahel. Dream Fare can advise on current availability.
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FROM £679Port Sudan
Port Sudan New International Airport (PZU)
Sudan’s main Red Sea port and the current de facto seat of government. Port Sudan has remained more stable than Khartoum and is now the main functioning international gateway. Flights available via Cairo, Istanbul and Dubai.
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Airlines
Airlines Flying to Sudan from UK
We compare all available airlines on the London to Sudan routes. Availability changes frequently \u2014 call us for the latest options.
Baggage Allowances to Sudan
Culture & Heritage
Sudanese Culture, Food & Traditions
Sudan is one of the world\u2019s most historically extraordinary countries \u2014 home to more ancient pyramids than Egypt, the ancient kingdoms of Kush and Meroe, remarkable Nubian heritage and one of Africa\u2019s richest archaeological landscapes. Sudan has a large and established UK diaspora community.
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Sudanese Cuisine
Ful medames (fava bean stew — the national breakfast), Asida (thick sorghum porridge), Kisra (sorghum flatbread), Kajaik (dried Nile fish stew), Shaiyah (grilled meat), Gurasa (thick flatbread) and Karkaday (hibiscus tea served hot or cold) are all essential Sudanese culinary experiences.
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More Pyramids than Egypt
Sudan has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200 pyramids at Meroe, Nuri, El-Kurru and Jebel Barkal. These Nubian pyramids of the ancient Kingdom of Kush are steeper and smaller than Egyptian pyramids and extraordinarily well preserved.
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Music & Sudanese Identity
Sudanese music is extraordinarily rich and diverse. Mohammed Wardi is the greatest Sudanese singer of the 20th century. Traditional Nubian music, Sufi zikr ceremonies and contemporary Sudanese pop all reflect the country’s remarkable cultural complexity and diversity.
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Nile Confluence
Khartoum sits at one of the most remarkable geographical features on earth — the confluence of the Blue Nile (from Ethiopia) and the White Nile (from Uganda) to form the main Nile. The two rivers run side by side without mixing for several kilometres before finally combining.
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UK Sudanese Diaspora
The UK has a significant Sudanese diaspora community estimated at over 100,000 people, concentrated in London, Manchester and other major cities. Dream Fare has served the UK Sudanese community for years with specialist knowledge of Sudan routes, fares and documentation.
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Coffee & Tea Culture
Sudan has a rich coffee and tea culture. Jebena coffee (spiced Ethiopian-style coffee in clay pots) is served in traditional coffee houses. Karkaday (hibiscus flower tea) is Sudan’s most distinctive drink. The tea ladies (sittaat al-shai) of Khartoum are an important part of daily life.
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Sudan\u2019s Extraordinary Heritage
Sudan has some of Africa\u2019s most remarkable and least-visited ancient monuments. Before the current conflict, Sudan was beginning to open up to international tourism.
Meroe Pyramids (UNESCO)
Over 200 royal pyramids of the ancient Kushite kingdom rising from the desert sands — more pyramids than in all of Egypt combined. The Meroe pyramids are steeper, smaller and more elaborate than Egyptian pyramids. A UNESCO World Heritage Site that rivals Egypt in historical significance.
Jebel Barkal (UNESCO)
A flat-topped mesa rising abruptly from the Nile floodplain considered sacred by both the ancient Egyptians and the Kushite kings. Temples dedicated to the god Amun were carved into the cliff face. A UNESCO World Heritage Site of extraordinary power and beauty.
Nuri Pyramids
The royal necropolis of the Napatan kingdom — burial site of the 25th Dynasty pharaohs who once ruled both Sudan and Egypt. The pyramid of Taharqa, the most powerful Kushite pharaoh, dominates the site across the Nile from Jebel Barkal.
Khartoum — Nile Confluence
Khartoum sits at the confluence of the Blue and White Nile — one of earth’s most remarkable geographical features. The National Museum of Sudan in Khartoum has one of Africa’s finest collections of ancient Nubian and Kushite artefacts.
Kerma (UNESCO)
The capital of the ancient Kingdom of Kerma — one of Africa’s oldest urban centres dating back 5,500 years. The Deffufa mudbrick temple is the largest ancient structure in sub-Saharan Africa. A UNESCO World Heritage Site near modern Karima.
Port Sudan & Red Sea
Sudan’s Red Sea coast has some of the finest and least-dived reefs in the world. The wrecks, coral walls and marine life of Sudan’s Red Sea were made famous by Hans Hass and Jacques Cousteau. Port Sudan is now Sudan’s main functioning international gateway.
Visa & Travel Tips
Sudan Travel Guide
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Visa Requirements
UK citizens require a visa to enter Sudan. Apply through the Sudanese Embassy in London before travel. Due to the current conflict, consular services are disrupted. Dream Fare can advise on the latest entry requirements and documentation needed for the UK Sudanese community.
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Currency & Money
Sudan uses the Sudanese Pound (SDG). USD is widely accepted and often preferred in hotels and business establishments. The banking system has been severely disrupted by the conflict. Always carry sufficient USD cash. Inform Dream Fare if you need specific currency advice.
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Health & Vaccinations
Yellow fever vaccination required if arriving from an endemic country. Malaria prophylaxis essential for all areas. Meningitis vaccination recommended for travel to Khartoum and the north. Medical facilities are severely disrupted by the current conflict. Comprehensive travel insurance with evacuation cover is essential.
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SIM Cards & Connectivity
Zain Sudan, MTN Sudan and Sudani SIM cards available. Mobile connectivity has been disrupted in conflict-affected areas. Port Sudan and the Red Sea region maintain better connectivity. Download offline maps and key information before departure.
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Getting Around
Air travel within Sudan (Sudan Airways domestic routes) is the safest option for intercity travel. Road travel is extremely dangerous in conflict-affected areas. Port Sudan is currently the main safe entry point for those with essential reasons to travel to Sudan.
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Safety Tips
The FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan due to the ongoing armed conflict. If you must travel for urgent family reasons, register with the FCDO LOCATE service at gov.uk/locate, use local security contacts and have an exit plan. Call Dream Fare on 020 8264 0018 for specialist advice.
Flights to Sudan FAQ
How long is the flight from London to Khartoum?
There are no direct flights from London to Khartoum. With one connection, the journey takes approximately 9 to 12 hours. EgyptAir via Cairo and Turkish Airlines via Istanbul are currently among the most reliable options to Khartoum. Port Sudan (PZU) is now also served and may be the more practical entry point.
Are there flights to Port Sudan?
Yes. Port Sudan New International Airport (PZU) is currently the more accessible gateway into Sudan. Turkish Airlines via Istanbul, EgyptAir via Cairo and flydubai via Dubai all serve Port Sudan. As the de facto seat of government, Port Sudan has better infrastructure than Khartoum at present.
Do UK citizens need a visa for Sudan?
Yes. UK passport holders require a visa to enter Sudan. Apply through the Sudanese Embassy in London before travel. Due to the current conflict, consular services may be disrupted. Contact Dream Fare on 020 8264 0018 for the latest advice on documentation and entry requirements.
What is Sudan known for historically?
Sudan has more ancient pyramids than Egypt — over 200 pyramids at Meroe, Nuri and Jebel Barkal from the ancient Kingdom of Kush. Sudan was home to the 25th Dynasty pharaohs who once ruled Egypt. The Nile confluence at Khartoum is one of the world’s most remarkable geographical features.
Is Sudan safe to visit?
The FCDO advises against all travel to Sudan due to the ongoing armed conflict that began in April 2023. If you have urgent family reasons to travel, call Dream Fare directly on 020 8264 0018 for specialist advice. Register with the FCDO LOCATE service at gov.uk/locate before any travel to Sudan.
How much do flights from London to Sudan cost?
Return flights from London to Khartoum start from approximately £649 with Dream Fare. Port Sudan flights start from around £679. Prices vary significantly by airline and current availability. Contact us for the latest fares — we serve the UK Sudanese community daily.
* Prices are indicative from fares and subject to availability and change. Call 020 8264 0018 for current pricing.