How to find cheap flights to Uganda
Leave from Mumbai when planning your flight to Uganda for the most affordable start to your trip.
Then touch down at Entebbe to keep your total fare lower.
The cheapest time to visit Uganda is generally during October.
The lowest price for a one-way flight is ₹ 22,566. A round-trip ticket starts from ₹ 45,810.
Flexible on where you land if it saves you money? Discover the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Uganda' in the 'To' field.
If you know where you want to go, select 'Add nearby airports' at the beginning of your search. This will display flight prices for all nearby arrival airports and could help you save.
Have the best deals come straight to you by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or a notification through the app when prices drop.
Don't put things off until the last moment. Booking ahead often brings lower fares and access to early discounts.
The best time to go to Uganda
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight that suits your schedule and budget.
Organise your trip for August if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights, but also when fares are typically more expensive.
Visit in December if you want to avoid the crowds. This is the quietest time of year and also when plane tickets to Uganda are often less expensive.
Consider how you like to travel and let the weather be your guide. February is one of the warmest months in Uganda, with highs averaging 32ºC.
Time your visit for sometime around June if you prefer to be there when it's cooler. The lowest average temperature then is 16ºC.
January is usually the driest month, while May is the wettest.
When picking your dates, also factor in rainy seasons and frequent thunderstorm periods. Weather risks can vary by region, so it pays to check what applies to the areas you're visiting.
Getting to Uganda
Book flights to Uganda and land at Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Entebbe.
These airlines are the biggest players landing at this destination, based on rough monthly flight figures:
Uganda Airlines — 320
Ethiopian Airlines — 130
Kenya Airways — 120
Many flights to Uganda pass through hubs like Dubai, Doha and Addis Ababa. Any layovers you have will depend on the airline and your departure city.
Places to visit in Uganda
Entebbe
Located in Central Region and with a population of roughly 63,000, this city should be high on the must-see list.
Plan some time for classic stops like Lake Victoria, White Sands Beach and Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, among other landmarks.
Flying into Entebbe usually means arriving through Entebbe International Airport (EBB). You'll discover some excellent flight deals to Uganda through this airport.
When it's time to find somewhere comfortable to stay, explore the range of hotels in Entebbe.
Kampala
This city of around 1.4 million in Central Region serves up its own mix of culture, energy and personality.
Work your way through the highlights including Kidepo Valley National Park, Uganda National Museum and Budongo Forest.
The same magic that drives our flight search can also help you find the most competitive room rates around. Use it to compare availability and prices across hotels in Kampala.
Gulu
Located in Northern Region and with a population of about 150,000, this city also proves itself as one of the best places to visit in Uganda.
Major attractions to explore while you're here include St Josephs Catholic Cathedral, Art Factory GULU and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
Grab a deal on where you'll stay by checking out the list of hotels in Gulu.
Good to know
Make sure you know the entry rules before you head to the airport. Rules can vary depending on your reason for travel and your passport. Always check with official sources like your airline or embassy websites.
Access to ATMs (automatic teller machines) is very limited. You'll want to plan your cash needs ahead of time.
Tipping is not generally expected in Uganda. However, leaving something extra is a welcome gesture for great service.
With low Wi-Fi availability, getting online isn't always easy while you're on the road. Download what you need (like offline maps, tickets and bookings) ahead of time.
The population of Uganda is estimated at around 50 million. Kampala is the capital.
You won't have to adjust your watch as you travel through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+3 inches place.
Uganda sits in Africa within the Eastern Africa subregion.
The most popular events on the local calendar include Martyrs' Day, the Nyege Nyege music festival and Independence Day. Line up your flight to Uganda around these occasions for an experience that goes deeper than the highlights.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire
Found that cheap ticket to Uganda? Now decide where you'll stay and how you'll travel around. Explore the range of hotels in Uganda and filter your search by location, star rating and more. You can also browse car hire options in Uganda and choose from pickup locations in cities or at airports.
