Kampala to Lira flights
Lira lies 218 km (135 mi) north 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 2 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.
| Kampala | Lira | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Uganda | Uganda |
| Population | 1.7 million | 119,323 |
| Elevation | 1,223 m (4,012 ft) | 1,104 m (3,622 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) | UTC+3 (Africa/Kampala) |
| Nearest large airport | EBB, 34 km out | ULU, 93 km out |
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 Lira
Lira is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Gulu Airport (ULU), 93 km (58 mi) from the centre, whose 10,314-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Soroti Airport (SRT, 99 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulu Airport (regional) | ULU | 93 km (58 mi) | 10,314 ft | 3,510 ft |
| Soroti Airport (regional) | SRT | 99 km (62 mi) | 6,100 ft | 3,697 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Lira from Kampala?
218 km (135 mi) in a straight line, north of Kampala.
How long does it take to get from Kampala to Lira by air?
About 1 h 2 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 Lira?
No, both are on Africa/Kampala at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kampala to Lira flights?
Typically Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Gulu Airport (ULU); Lira also has 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.