Airport Comparison
| EBB | FRI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Entebbe International Airport | Marshall Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | EBB | FRI |
| ICAO Code | HUEN | KFRI |
| City | Kampala | Fort Riley (Junction City) |
| Country | Uganda | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 3,782 ft | 1,066 ft |
| Coordinates | 0.040000, 32.440000 | 39.100000, -96.800000 |
Kampala (EBB) to Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) in Fort Riley (Junction City), United States is 13,273 kilometers (8,248 miles / 7,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
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 Uganda with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 13:29 in Kampala, it's 04:29 in Fort Riley (Junction City). 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 2,716 feet between the two airports. Marshall Army Air Field sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 63° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.