The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Lakefront Airport (NEW) in New Orleans, United States is 13,084 kilometers (8,130 miles / 7,065 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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 09:46 in Kampala, it's 01:46 in New Orleans. With a 8-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 3,775 feet between the two airports. Lakefront Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from New Orleans (NEW) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Lakefront Airport (NEW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.