The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Nanki Shirahama Airport (SHM) in Shirahama, Japan is 11,198 kilometers (6,958 miles / 6,046 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.

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 Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:03 in Kampala, it's 02:03 in Shirahama. With a 6-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 3,484 feet between the two airports. Nanki Shirahama Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Shirahama (SHM) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 277° (west). 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 Nanki Shirahama Airport (SHM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.