Airport Comparison
| BKS | EBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport | Entebbe International Airport |
| IATA Code | BKS | EBB |
| ICAO Code | WIPL | HUEN |
| City | Bengkulu-Sumatra Island | Kampala |
| Country | Indonesia | Uganda |
| Timezone | Asia/Jakarta | Africa/Kampala |
| Elevation | 50 ft | 3,782 ft |
| Coordinates | -3.860000, 102.340000 | 0.040000, 32.440000 |
Bengkulu-Sumatra Island (BKS) to Kampala (EBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport (BKS) in Bengkulu-Sumatra Island, Indonesia to Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda is 7,778 kilometers (4,833 miles / 4,200 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west at a heading of 271°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Indonesia with Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:49 in Bengkulu-Sumatra Island, it's 23:49 in Kampala. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,732 feet between the two airports. Entebbe International Airport sits higher than Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport.
The return flight from Kampala (EBB) to Bengkulu-Sumatra Island (BKS) follows a heading of 94° (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 Padang Kemiling (Fatmawati Soekarno) Airport (BKS) and Entebbe International Airport (EBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.