Airstrips & International Airports in Uganda

Uganda is one of the countries that make up the African continent. It sits in the eastern region. This destination receives travelers from various parts of the planet daily.

The great transport system in Uganda is a reason alone that visitors find it easier to travel around this nation on their own. Air transport isn’t widely used by locals, but the available operators offer the service to those who can afford it.

If you want to enjoy Uganda’s air transport, below are the top aviation facilities that connect flights to various corners of the country.

Entebbe International Airport

Located 47 kilometers from Kampala, EBB is the country’s first international airport. It welcomes multiple flights that bring in passengers from different parts of the World.

This is the main gateway for those who wish to come in or move out of the nation. You can easily get to or from this place by taxicab.

Hoima Airport

This is the newly constructed international aviation ground. It is situated in the western part of Uganda in the Hoima district. It was put in place to ensure successful transportation of oil products discovered in the Bunyoro sub-region.

Pakuba Airstrip

Pakuba airstrip welcomes planes from EBB transporting passengers to Murchison Falls National Park, the largest protected area in the country.

Kihihi Airstrip

If you need to reach Kihihi town, western Uganda by air means, you will be welcomed by officials at this station.

Kidepo Airfield

This is for those who are heading to Kidepo Valley National Park in the northern part of Uganda. It is situated inside the Park.

Kajjansi Airstrip

Located a few kilometers from Entebbe airport, this airfield is another starting and receiving point for flights from airdromes in other regions of the country.

Mweya Airstrip

This is for tourists who are heading to Queen Elizabeth National Park by plane. It hides in Mweya, Kasese district.

Kisoro Airfield

This place serves the town of Kisoro. It is near Bwindi Impenetrable and Mgahinga gorilla national park, the two major homes of the rare apes.