The flight distance from Chennault International Airport (CWF) in Lake Charles, United States to Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda is 13,362 kilometers (8,302 miles / 7,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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 United States with Uganda. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:17 in Lake Charles, it's 23:17 in Kampala. 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 3,766 feet between the two airports. Entebbe International Airport sits higher than Chennault International Airport.

The return flight from Kampala (EBB) to Lake Charles (CWF) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chennault International Airport (CWF) and Entebbe International Airport (EBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.