The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport (ROA) in Roanoke, United States is 11,968 kilometers (7,436 miles / 6,462 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 18:38 in Kampala, it's 10:38 in Roanoke. 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 2,607 feet between the two airports. Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Roanoke (ROA) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 76° (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 Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field) Airport (ROA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.