Mbale to Nansana flights
Nansana lies 200 km (124 mi) south-west of Mbale, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 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 | Nansana | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 111,300 | 532,800 |
| Elevation | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) | 1,218 m (3,996 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
| Nearest large airport | SRT, 94 km out | EBB, 37 km out |
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 Nansana
Nansana is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Entebbe International Airport (EBB), 37 km (23 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 | 37 km (23 mi) | 12,000 ft | 3,782 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Nansana from Mbale?
200 km (124 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mbale.
How long does it take to get from Mbale to Nansana by air?
About 1 h, 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 Nansana?
No, both are on Africa/Kampala at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mbale to Nansana flights?
Typically Soroti Airport (SRT) to Entebbe International Airport (EBB).
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.