Regional flag carrier
Uganda Airlines
Useful for East Africa traffic flows centered on Entebbe.
| Hub | Entebbe International Airport (EBB) |
| Carry-on | Allowance depends on route and cabin. |
| Checked | Checked baggage is fare-dependent. |
| Check-in | 48 or 72 hours before departure, depending on departure airport |
| Changes | Fare rules apply. |
| Refunds | Refundability depends on the fare booked. |
Where it flies
Uganda Airlines is the relaunched national carrier of Uganda, operating from Entebbe International Airport with scheduled services to Johannesburg, Nairobi, Dar es Salaam, Mumbai, Mogadishu, Lagos, Dubai and a growing list of African capitals. For South African travellers heading to Uganda — or onward to Rwanda, Burundi or eastern DRC — Uganda Airlines is the most direct option from Johannesburg. The fleet is a mix of Bombardier CRJ regional jets and an Airbus A330 for the long-haul Mumbai and Dubai services.
Entebbe International is roughly forty kilometres from central Kampala on a road that can take ninety minutes to two hours during peak traffic, so plan transfer time accordingly. Uganda allows visa-on-arrival for South African passport holders, or the East Africa Tourist Visa if your trip combines Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda. Yellow fever vaccination is required and the certificate is checked at arrival. Uganda Airlines' online check-in opens forty-eight to seventy-two hours before departure depending on the route, and the airline's website is functional but not as polished as the larger African carriers — confirm bookings via email after payment.
Booking notes
Payment methods and fare inclusions can vary by market and cabin, so confirm baggage and change rules on the airline checkout page before paying.
Contact
Call +256 200 406 400Pro tip
When Entebbe is the goal, Uganda Airlines is worth checking before defaulting to hub connections.
FAQ
When should I book Uganda Airlines?
Compare direct prices as soon as you know your dates, then re-check once or twice before you pay to catch fare swings.
What baggage should I confirm before checkout?
Cabin baggage: Allowance depends on route and cabin.. Checked baggage: Checked baggage is fare-dependent.
Can I change or refund my booking?
Fare rules apply. Refundability depends on the fare booked.
Where do I manage check-in or booking changes?
Use the airline's official booking, check-in and manage-booking links above so you are working from the source system.