The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) in Lake Charles, United States is 13,372 kilometers (8,309 miles / 7,220 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 02:35 in Kampala, it's 18:35 in Lake Charles. With a 8-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 3,767 feet between the two airports. Lake Charles Regional Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Lake Charles (LCH) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 70° (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 Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.