IATA: EBB · Kampala, Uganda

Entebbe International Airport Guide

CapitalKampala
Population45,905,417
CurrencyUGX USh Ugandan shilling
LanguageAcholi
Time ZoneUTC+03:00 EAT
AirportEBB
Distance
Flight Time
Visitors/yr~12,017,232

Entebbe International Airport (IATA: EBB) is a key aviation hub serving Kampala and the wider Uganda region. The airport operates 3 passenger terminals, handling millions of passengers annually.

Getting to Kampala from EBB

Train and metro offer the fastest connections (20–40 min). Buses and shared shuttles are the most affordable. Taxis and rideshare apps (Uber, Bolt) are ideal with luggage or in groups.

Terminals & Facilities

Entebbe International Airport has 3 terminals with duty-free retail, restaurants, business lounges, family zones and prayer rooms. Free WiFi is available throughout.

Airport Lounges at EBB

Multiple lounges are accessible via Priority Pass, Amex Platinum, airline status or day-pass purchase. Amenities include complimentary food and drinks, fast WiFi and shower facilities.

Parking

Short-stay, long-stay and meet-and-greet options are available at Entebbe International Airport. Pre-booking online saves 30–50% versus paying at the gate.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Top Activities in Kampala

Jinja day tour exploring the source of River Nile
5.0/5 from 53 reviews · 9.2h · free cancellation
€119 per person
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Private 3 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda
5.0/5 from 44 reviews · 72h · free cancellation
€1,669 per person
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Unforgettable 3 days Murchison falls.
5.0/5 from 39 reviews · 72h · free cancellation
€852 per person
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8-Day Classic Uganda Primates & Wildlife Tour
5.0/5 from 37 reviews · 192h · free cancellation
€4,735 per person
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Affordable 2 days Murchison Falls and Wildlife Game Viewing
5.0/5 from 34 reviews · 48h · free cancellation
€606 per person
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2 Days Family Safari to Murchison Falls Park Uganda
5.0/5 from 34 reviews · 48h · free cancellation
€1,845 per person
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5 Days Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee and Wildlife Safari
5.0/5 from 33 reviews · 120h
€2,515 per person
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5 days best wildlife experience in Uganda
5.0/5 from 29 reviews · 120h · free cancellation
€2,257 per person
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Top-rated tours and experiences in Kampala, ranked by traveller rating. Prices are per person and change with date and group size.

Hotels in Kampala

Palm Gardens Guesthouse
3-star · 8.5/10 from 10 reviews
€12 / night
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Infinity Hotel Kampala
4-star · 7.8/10 from 70 reviews
€33 / night
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Kk Trust Hotel
3-star · 8.8/10 from 1 reviews
€38 / night
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The Explorers Hub
3-star · 8.3/10 from 115 reviews
€55 / night
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Koki Hotel
3-star · 8.2/10 from 28 reviews
€58 / night
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Speke Hotel
4-star · 7.5/10 from 137 reviews
€59 / night
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Bamus Sarovar Portico Kampala
4-star · 9.1/10 from 21 reviews
€59 / night
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Arcadia Suites Hotel
4-star · 8.5/10 from 152 reviews
€73 / night
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Nightly rates in Kampala for a sample two-night stay for two adults from 29 Sep 2026, cheapest first. Rates move with your dates — check availability for a live quote.

Entebbe International Airport (EBB) at a glance

IATA / ICAO
EBB / HUEN
Serves
Kampala
Country
Uganda
Local time now
03:54 (EAT)
Time zone
Africa/Kampala
Currency
UGX (USh)
Capital
Kampala
Coordinates
0.0424, 32.4435

Cheapest fares found from EBB right now

Updated 30 Aug 2026
DestinationAirlineStopsDepartsFrom
Kigali (KGL)RwandAirDirect15 Sep€267
Nairobi (NBO)Ethiopian Airlines1 stop5 Sep€296
Johannesburg (JNB)Ethiopian Airlines1 stop22 Sep€301
Mombasa (MBA)RwandAir1 stop30 Aug€330
Dubai (DXB)Ethiopian Airlines1 stop30 Sep€338
Kinshasa (FIH)Ethiopian Airlines1 stop11 Sep€373
Doha (DOH)Air Arabia1 stop24 Oct€395
Cape Town (CPT)Ethiopian Airlines1 stop28 Oct€417
Mwanza (MWZ)Ethiopian Airlines2 stops30 Aug€432
Lagos (LOS)Uganda AirlinesDirect14 Sep€460
Rome (ROM)Air Arabia1 stop29 Nov€529
Addis Ababa (ADD)Kenya Airways1 stop31 Aug€530
Return fares found by travellers in the last 48 hours. Prices change constantly - search for your dates to see live availability.