Airport Comparison
| EBB | NKX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Entebbe International Airport | Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | EBB | NKX |
| ICAO Code | HUEN | KNKX |
| City | Kampala | San Diego |
| Country | Uganda | United States |
| Timezone | Africa/Kampala | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 3,782 ft | 477 ft |
| Coordinates | 0.040000, 32.440000 | 32.870000, -117.140000 |
Kampala (EBB) to San Diego (NKX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) in San Diego, United States is 15,164 kilometers (9,423 miles / 8,188 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, 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 02:19 in Kampala, it's 15:19 in San Diego. With a 11-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 3,305 feet between the two airports. Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.
The return flight from San Diego (NKX) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 47° (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 Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.