EBB
Kampala
Uganda
7,812 km
4,854 miles
SYM
Simao
China
Distance
7,812 km
4,854 mi / 4,218 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
66°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

EBB SYM
Airport Name Entebbe International Airport Simao Airport
IATA Code EBB SYM
ICAO Code HUEN ZPSM
City Kampala Simao
Country Uganda China
Timezone Africa/Kampala Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 3,782 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 0.040000, 32.440000 22.790000, 100.960000

Kampala (EBB) to Simao (SYM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda to Simao Airport (SYM) in Simao, China is 7,812 kilometers (4,854 miles / 4,218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 66°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Uganda with China. 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 15:56 in Kampala, it's 20:56 in Simao. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,782 feet between the two airports. Simao Airport sits lower than Entebbe International Airport.

The return flight from Simao (SYM) to Kampala (EBB) follows a heading of 261° (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 Simao Airport (SYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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