The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Southwest Bay Airport (SWJ) in Malekula Island, Vanuatu is 14,757 kilometers (9,170 miles / 7,968 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:09 in Kampala, it's 05:09 in Malekula Island. 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 3,782 feet between the two airports. Southwest Bay Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Malekula Island (SWJ) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 254° (west southwest). 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 Southwest Bay Airport (SWJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.