The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) in Riohacha, Colombia is 11,680 kilometers (7,258 miles / 6,307 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 282°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:08 in Kampala, it's 09:08 in Riohacha. 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 3,739 feet between the two airports. Almirante Padilla Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Riohacha (RCH) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 87° (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 Almirante Padilla Airport (RCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.