Airport Comparison
Houston (DWH) to Kampala (EBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH) in Houston, United States to Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda is 13,584 kilometers (8,441 miles / 7,335 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting United States with Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:33 in Houston, it's 09:33 in Kampala. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,630 feet between the two airports. Entebbe International Airport sits higher than David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport.
The return flight from Kampala (EBB) to Houston (DWH) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the David Wayne Hooks Memorial Airport (DWH) and Entebbe International Airport (EBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.