Airport Comparison
| BPN | EBB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Sepinggan International Airport | Entebbe International Airport |
| IATA Code | BPN | EBB |
| ICAO Code | WALL | HUEN |
| City | Balikpapan-Borneo Island | Kampala |
| Country | Indonesia | Uganda |
| Timezone | Asia/Makassar | Africa/Kampala |
| Elevation | 12 ft | 3,782 ft |
| Coordinates | -1.270000, 116.890000 | 0.040000, 32.440000 |
Balikpapan-Borneo Island (BPN) to Kampala (EBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, Indonesia to Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda is 9,391 kilometers (5,835 miles / 5,071 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west at a heading of 270°.
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 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 22:37 in Balikpapan-Borneo Island, it's 17:37 in Kampala. 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 3,770 feet between the two airports. Entebbe International Airport sits higher than Sepinggan International Airport.
The return flight from Kampala (EBB) to Balikpapan-Borneo Island (BPN) follows a heading of 91° (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 Sepinggan International Airport (BPN) and Entebbe International Airport (EBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.