The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York, United States is 11,365 kilometers (7,062 miles / 6,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 15:55 in Kampala, it's 08:55 in New York. With a 7-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 3,769 feet between the two airports. John F Kennedy International Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from New York (JFK) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 79° (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 Entebbe International Airport (EBB) and John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.