Airport Comparison
Kampala (EBB) to Vatukoula (VAU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Vatukoula Airport (VAU) in Vatukoula, Fiji is 15,761 kilometers (9,794 miles / 8,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.
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 Fiji. 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 13:38 in Kampala, it's 22:38 in Vatukoula. With a 9-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 3,626 feet between the two airports. Vatukoula Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.
The return flight from Vatukoula (VAU) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 247° (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 Vatukoula Airport (VAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.