Travelling from Harare Airport (HRE) to Entebbe Airport (EBB): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours.
The timezone in Entebbe is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Harare.
Leave enough time to catch your HRE to EBB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Travelling to Entebbe (and then discovering more of Uganda!) is easy with Uganda Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Uganda Airlines.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between HRE and EBB:
Addis Ababa Airport
Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Kigali Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Harare Airport (HRE) to Entebbe Airport (EBB)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport flight is RM977. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM1,678. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from HRE to EBB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Picking up cheap flights from HRE to EBB is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Harare Airport (HRE)
Of the departures from Harare Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Harare Airport from central Harare, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Have an early flight from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near HRE:
Arriving at Entebbe Airport (EBB)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near EBB instead:
Reserving your ride from Entebbe Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Entebbe Airport (EBB)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Entebbe. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Harare Airport to Entebbe Airport for February if you want to go to Entebbe during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HRE to EBB in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Uganda
Kampala is just one of the many cities in Uganda waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Entebbe. Around 32 kilometres away to the north, its best attractions include Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda National Museum and Budongo Forest.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Uganda, head for Gulu, about 306 kilometres north of Entebbe. St Josephs Catholic Cathedral, Art Factory GULU and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir are among the biggest draws.