The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Tawau Airport (TWU) in Tawau, Malaysia is 9,529 kilometers (5,921 miles / 5,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east at a heading of 86°.

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 Malaysia. 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 19:34 in Kampala, it's 00:34 in Tawau. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,725 feet between the two airports. Tawau Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Tawau (TWU) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 270° (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 Tawau Airport (TWU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.