The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Yakushima Airport (KUM) in Yakushima Airport, Japan is 10,793 kilometers (6,706 miles / 5,828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:00 in Kampala, it's 14:00 in Yakushima Airport. With a 6-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 3,658 feet between the two airports. Yakushima Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Yakushima Airport (KUM) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 274° (west). 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 Yakushima Airport (KUM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.