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Kampala (EBB) to Colon (ONX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport (ONX) in Colon, Panama is 12,453 kilometers (7,738 miles / 6,724 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west at a heading of 280°.
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 Panama. 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 17:01 in Kampala, it's 09:01 in Colon. 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 3,757 feet between the two airports. Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.
The return flight from Colon (ONX) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 86° (east). 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 Enrique Adolfo Jimenez Airport (ONX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.