Cheap Flights to Uganda

Discover Uganda

A land of wide savannas, thick jungle, and arid desert, Uganda is home to endangered mountain gorillas, and trekking to see these magnificent animals is a highlight of any visit. One of the world's largest lakes, Lake Victoria, spans the border between Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda and contributes to the famous Nile River, where visitors enjoy kayaking and whitewater river trips. Entebbe International Airport (EBB) is the major hub for the country and the destination of many cheap flights to Uganda.

Flights to Uganda

International flights to Uganda land at Entebbe International Airport, which is located approximately 25 miles from the nation's capital of Kampala. Two passenger terminals feature duty-free shopping, ATMs, restaurants, and banks. There are several different modes of transportation available such as the popular matatu or minibus, rental cars, and boda-boda motorcycles. Taxis are a popular choice and cost $15 for the hour-long ride into Kampala. Nearby Lake Victoria provides boat rides across the lake for people to visit the resident chimpanzees.

Attractions in Uganda

Kampala makes an excellent base from which to explore the country, and due to its enticing attractions, tops the list of sites to visit. Just a few miles from the city center, the impressive Kasubi tombs of Buganda royalty provides visitors with a chance to glimpse the building materials used in the 1800s. Proximity to both the Nile River and Lake Victoria make rafting adventures and all-terrain vehicle tours a fun way to spot wildlife and enjoy the countryside. Shoppers will delight in exploring the endless array of handmade crafts and food at Owino Market.

Uganda is a nation of wildlife parks and reserves such as Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Ajai Game Reserve, which is why many people book cheap flights to Uganda. Elusive gorillas top the list of animals to see, but zoo favorites like zebras, leopards, hippopotamuses, and buffalo are also highlights. For those who don't have the time or inclination to travel into the backcountry, Entebbe Zoo has a fine collection of the nation's popular species.

Travel Tips for Uganda

Visitors taking flights to Uganda should know that there are two rainy seasons in Uganda: October to November and March to May. It can be difficult to access remote areas during these months, making the best time for viewing wildlife the height of the dry season when animals congregate around watering holes. Temperatures remain stable throughout the year in the plains regions with highs in the 70s. Mountainous regions can be colder with highs only in the 50s.

Photo safaris that allow visitors to view wildlife in their natural habitats are popular pastimes in Uganda. Many tour companies will provide flights to remote areas where anything from mountain gorillas to chimpanzees, rare birds, elephants, and lions can be spotted.

Luwombo, deliciously spiced stew with goat's meat and either fish or meat steamed in fragrant banana leaves, tops the list of local delicacies. Cassava, sweet potato, and plantains also find their way onto the menu for almost every meal. A dinner for two at a buffet-style restaurant will cost around $8, and prices can easily double for a meal consisting of several courses in a hotel.