Arusha to Bunamwaya flights
Bunamwaya lies 610 km (379 mi) north-west of Arusha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 32 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Arusha | Bunamwaya | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Tanzania | Uganda |
| Population | 617,631 | 413,400 |
| Elevation | 1,415 m (4,642 ft) | 1,203 m (3,947 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Dar_es_Salaam) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
| Nearest large airport | JRO, 44 km out | EBB, 27 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Bunamwaya
Crossing from Tanzania into Uganda: money changes from the Shilling to the Shilling (UGX); sockets are BS 1363; the dialling code becomes +256; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Arusha
Arusha is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO), 44 km (27 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Arusha Airport (ARK, 6 km).
Arriving in Bunamwaya
Bunamwaya is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), 27 km (17 mi) from the centre, whose 12,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entebbe International Airport | EBB | 27 km (17 mi) | 12,000 ft | 3,782 ft |
Book a flight to Bunamwaya
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Staying in Bunamwaya
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Bunamwaya. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
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Common questions
How far is Bunamwaya from Arusha?
610 km (379 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Arusha.
How long does it take to get from Arusha to Bunamwaya by air?
About 1 h 32 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Arusha and Bunamwaya?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Arusha to Bunamwaya flights?
Typically Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) to Entebbe International Airport (EBB).
What currency do I need in Bunamwaya?
The Shilling (UGX).
Where can I stay in Bunamwaya?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Bunamwaya, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.