Mbale to Gonder flights
Gonder lies 1,331 km (827 mi) north of Mbale, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 27 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.
| Mbale | Gonder | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Ethiopia |
| Population | 111,300 | 466,000 |
| Elevation | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) | 2,201 m (7,221 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Addis_Ababa) |
| Nearest large airport | SRT, 94 km out | GDQ, 10 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Gonder
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 Mbale
Mbale is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Soroti Airport (SRT), 94 km (58 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,100 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Gonder
Gonder is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gondar Airport (GDQ), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,072 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gondar Airport (regional) | GDQ | 10 km (6 mi) | 9,072 ft | 6,449 ft |
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Staying in Gonder
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Gonder. Of the 2 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2). Guests have left 257 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Gonder from Mbale?
1,331 km (827 mi) in a straight line, north of Mbale.
How long does it take to get from Mbale to Gonder by air?
About 2 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbale and Gonder?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mbale to Gonder flights?
Typically Soroti Airport (SRT) to Gondar Airport (GDQ).
What currency do I need in Gonder?
The Birr (ETB).
Where can I stay in Gonder?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Gonder, 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 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.