Airport Comparison
| EBB | GWS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Entebbe International Airport | Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport |
| IATA Code | EBB | GWS |
| ICAO Code | HUEN | KGWS |
| City | Kampala | Glenwood Springs |
| Country | Uganda | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 3,782 ft | 5,916 ft |
| Coordinates | 0.040000, 32.440000 | 39.510000, -107.310000 |
Kampala (EBB) to Glenwood Springs (GWS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) in Glenwood Springs, United States is 14,015 kilometers (8,709 miles / 7,568 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:05 in Kampala, it's 06:05 in Glenwood Springs. With a 10-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 2,134 feet between the two airports. Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport sits higher than Entebbe International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Glenwood Springs (GWS) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 53° (northeast). 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 Glenwood Springs Municipal Airport (GWS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.