Airport Comparison
Kampala (EBB) to Thule (THU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Thule Air Base (THU) in Thule, Greenland is 10,290 kilometers (6,394 miles / 5,556 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 347°.
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 Greenland. 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 18:08 in Kampala, it's 11:08 in Thule. With a 7-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 3,531 feet between the two airports. Thule Air Base sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.
The return flight from Thule (THU) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 79° (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 Thule Air Base (THU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.