Nansana to Mbale flights
Mbale lies 200 km (124 mi) north-east of Nansana, 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.
| Nansana | Mbale | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 532,800 | 111,300 |
| Elevation | 1,218 m (3,996 ft) | 1,125 m (3,691 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
| Nearest large airport | EBB, 37 km out | SRT, 94 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
Arriving in 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.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soroti Airport (regional) | SRT | 94 km (58 mi) | 6,100 ft | 3,697 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Mbale from Nansana?
200 km (124 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Nansana.
How long does it take to get from Nansana to Mbale 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 Nansana and Mbale?
No, both are on Africa/Kampala at the moment.
Which airports are used for Nansana to Mbale flights?
Typically Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Soroti Airport (SRT).
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.