The main gateway into Uganda is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), located near the capital, Kampala.
From the USA
There are no direct flights from the U.S. to Uganda. Travelers typically connect via major hubs such as Doha (Qatar Airways), Istanbul (Turkish Airlines), Amsterdam (KLM), or Addis Ababa (Ethiopian Airlines). Common airlines include Qatar Airways, KLM, Turkish Airlines, United, and Kenya Airways. Average travel time is 16–20 hours.
From Europe
Several airlines offer nonstop or one-stop flights to Entebbe:
• Nonstop:
- KLM – Amsterdam to Entebbe
- Brussels Airlines – Brussels to Entebbe
- Uganda Airlines – London Gatwick to Entebbe (new in 2025)
- Emirates – London Heathrow & Stansted to Entebbe (daily service)
• One-stop options: - Qatar Airways (via Doha)
- Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul)
- Ethiopian Airlines (via Addis Ababa)
- Kenya Airways (via Nairobi)
- EgyptAir (via Cairo)
Whether flying from the U.S., Europe, or elsewhere, Uganda is well-connected and accessible year-round.