Entebbe International Airport (HUEN)
Large airport · Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda
Airport data
| Name | Entebbe International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | HUEN |
| IATA | EBB |
| Elevation | 3,782 ft (1153 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 0°2'33" E 32°26'37" 0.04239, 32.44350 |
| Location | Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 7,900 ft (2408 m) | 150 ft | ASP | No |
| 17/35 | 12,000 ft (3658 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Entebbe International Airport at a glance
Entebbe International Airport is a large airport in Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda, known to airline systems as EBB. The field elevation of 3,782 ft (1153 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at HUEN are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
Of its 2 runways, the longest — 17/35 — offers 12,000 ft (3658 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 17 points roughly 170° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for HUEN shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Entebbe International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Soroti Airport | HUSO | 229 km (124 NM) |
| Kisumu International Airport | HKKI | 255 km (138 NM) |
| Kisii Airport | HKKS | 262 km (141 NM) |
| Mwanza International Airport | HTMW | 282 km (152 NM) |
| Kitale Airport | HKKT | 298 km (161 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Entebbe International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 3,782 ft field elevation of Entebbe International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 5 airports and airfields we list for Uganda — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Entebbe International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Entebbe International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Entebbe International Airport is HUEN, and its IATA code is EBB. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Entebbe International Airport above sea level?
Entebbe International Airport sits at an elevation of 3,782 feet (1153 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Entebbe International Airport located?
The airport lies at 0.0424, 32.4435 — in Entebbe, Central Region, Uganda, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Soroti Airport, about 229 km away.
Does HUEN publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for HUEN appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Entebbe International Airport?
Entebbe International Airport has 2 runways. The longest, 17/35, measures 12,000 ft (3658 m) with a ASP surface.