Kampala to Arba Minch flights
Arba Minch lies 841 km (523 mi) north-east of Kampala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 50 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.
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| Kampala | Arba Minch | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Ethiopia |
| Population | 1.7 million | 201,000 |
| Elevation | 1,223 m (4,012 ft) | 1,269 m (4,163 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | EBB, 34 km out | AMH, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Arba Minch
Crossing from Uganda into Ethiopia: money changes from the Shilling to the Birr (ETB); traffic switches to the right; sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, Euro, SN 441011, Schuko, Type E, Type L; the dialling code becomes +251; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648865 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648866.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kampala
Kampala is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), 34 km (21 mi) from the centre, whose 12,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Arba Minch
Arba Minch is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Arba Minch Airport (AMH), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,170 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arba Minch Airport (regional) | AMH | 5 km (3 mi) | 9,170 ft | 3,901 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Arba Minch from Kampala?
841 km (523 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kampala.
How long does it take to get from Kampala to Arba Minch by air?
About 1 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kampala and Arba Minch?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kampala to Arba Minch flights?
Typically Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Arba Minch Airport (AMH).
What currency do I need in Arba Minch?
The Birr (ETB).
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 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel 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.