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EBB Entebbe International Airport
Entebbe International Airport (IATA: EBB, ICAO:HUEN) is located in the the city of Entebbe, Uganda. It is the primary international airport serving Entebbe and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+256312352000

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IATA Code

EBB

ICAO Code

HUEN

Name

Entebbe International Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Uganda (UG)

City

Entebbe

Latitude

0.0423860

Longitude

32.4435005

Time Zone

UTC+03:00

Phone Number

+256312352000

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Airport Overview

Entebbe International Airport（EBB） is Uganda’s principal international gateway and the primary air cargo access point for Entebbe and the Kampala metropolitan market. It is located in Entebbe on the northern shore of Lake Victoria, approximately 40 kilometres by road from central Kampala. The airport’s logistics role is shaped by its international passenger network, regional East African connectivity and road access through the Entebbe–Kampala corridor. Our service team treats it as an import-dependent, connection-sensitive gateway: cargo planning must account for available uplift, transshipment arrangements, customs documentation and road delivery into Kampala. The airport operates in the UTC+03:00 time zone.

Airport	Entebbe International Airport
Codes	IATA: EBB \| ICAO: HUEN
Country / service city	Uganda / Entebbe and Kampala
Coordinates	0.0423860, 32.4435005
Address	Entebbe, Uganda
Time zone	UTC+03:00

Key Highlights

Uganda’s principal international airport and the main gateway for air cargo destined for the Kampala–Entebbe commercial corridor.
International shipments may require regional or long-haul hub connections; routing depends on current airline schedules, aircraft capacity and transfer acceptance.
Road delivery is a material planning factor because Kampala-bound cargo must move from Entebbe after airport release and customs formalities.
Perishables, pharmaceuticals, industrial inputs and time-sensitive commercial goods require advance handling confirmation rather than assumptions about warehouse capability.
Our team recommends early pre-alerting and document review for cargo involving customs inspection, controlled commodities or special handling.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Entebbe International Airport supports international cargo processing, but the exact availability of storage zones, temperature-controlled handling, dangerous-goods acceptance and customs-controlled services must be confirmed for the selected flight, handling agent and commodity.

General cargo handling

Suitable for standard export and import consignments subject to airline acceptance, security screening, packing and document compliance. Our team confirms the handling agent and cargo acceptance window before tender.

Perishable and temperature-sensitive cargo

Fresh produce, biologics and other temperature-sensitive shipments should be pre-advised with the required temperature range, packaging method, storage duration and transfer plan. Actual cool-chain capability must be confirmed in writing.

Dangerous goods

Dangerous goods require airline pre-approval, a compliant Shipper’s Declaration where applicable, correct UN classification, packing, marks and labels. Acceptance can vary by aircraft, route and handling station.

Customs and release coordination

Import and export cargo may be subject to customs review, document checks and physical inspection. Our service team coordinates the commercial invoice, packing list, airway bill and broker instructions before arrival.

Routes & Transit Times

Regional routing: East African cargo may move through a regional gateway or be carried on a suitable direct sector, subject to the airline’s current network and available cargo capacity.
Long-haul routing: Shipments from Asia, Europe, the Middle East or the Americas commonly require a connection through an international hub; the selected hub depends on origin, airline partnership and commodity restrictions.
Transit planning: Published flight time is not the same as door-to-door transit. Transfer acceptance, security screening, customs processing, weekends, public holidays and road congestion can materially affect delivery.
Booking practice: Our team obtains a current routing proposal and confirms cut-off, transfer handling, minimum connection requirements and final-mile arrangements before accepting a time-critical commitment.

No fixed transit time, airline, flight frequency or route coverage should be assumed from the airport’s international status. All operational details remain subject to carrier confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Kampala and central Uganda: The airport is the principal air gateway for cargo moving to Kampala, Entebbe and connected inland commercial markets.
Exports: Agricultural and horticultural products may require rapid acceptance, suitable packaging, inspection coordination and protection against temperature excursions.
Imports: Common forwarding profiles include machinery parts, industrial inputs, electronics, consumer goods, spare parts and project-related materials, subject to commodity-specific controls.
Healthcare cargo: Pharmaceuticals, medical devices and laboratory materials require a documented temperature plan, packaging validation and clear consignee readiness before uplift.
Final-mile delivery: Cargo destined for Kampala should be planned around airport release, truck availability, security requirements and the road conditions on the Entebbe–Kampala corridor.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Airline cargo cut-off varies by flight, handling agent, screening process and shipment type. Our team confirms the exact tender deadline instead of relying on a generic airport opening time.
Documents: Prepare a precise commercial invoice, packing list, accurate HS description, consignee and shipper details, airway bill instructions and any required permits or certificates before booking.
Special cargo: Dangerous goods, live animals, perishables, pharmaceuticals, batteries, human remains and oversized cargo require advance acceptance checks and may be restricted on particular routings.
Customs and collection: Physical inspection, valuation questions, missing permits or inconsistent descriptions can delay release. The consignee or appointed broker should be ready to respond promptly and arrange secure collection.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the origin, destination, commodity, pieces, dimensions, gross weight, ready date and special-handling requirements before requesting a firm routing.
For temperature-sensitive cargo, use qualified packaging, add handling instructions and agree the airport-to-consignee transfer plan before cargo is tendered.
For batteries and dangerous goods, provide the applicable safety data, test documents and packing details early; do not describe restricted goods vaguely as “general cargo.”
Build schedule margin for connections, customs inspection and inland delivery to Kampala. Where uplift is constrained, our team can compare alternative gateways or multimodal options subject to cost and regulatory feasibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Entebbe International Airport handle international air freight?

Yes, it is Uganda’s principal international airport and the country’s main international air cargo gateway. Acceptance remains dependent on the airline, handling agent, route, commodity and current capacity.

Is EBB suitable for cargo destined for Kampala?

Yes. Entebbe International Airport is the normal air gateway for Kampala-bound shipments, but the quote should include customs release, truck availability and the road movement from Entebbe to the consignee.

Can our team arrange pharmaceutical or other temperature-sensitive cargo?

We can coordinate a special-handling request, but the airline and handling facility must confirm acceptance, storage conditions, packaging requirements and the transfer process before booking.

How early should dangerous goods be submitted?

Submit the classification, packing, labels and declaration details as early as possible. Dangerous-goods approval is route- and carrier-specific and should be obtained before cargo delivery to the terminal.

Are transit times guaranteed?

No. Transit depends on the confirmed flight plan, transfer point, handling, customs, weather, security screening and road delivery. Our service team provides a current operational estimate with the booking confirmation.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identifiers, airport naming conventions and aviation reference data should be cross-checked against authoritative industry sources. The location, address, time zone and airport description in this module are based on the supplied airport record. Operational information is intentionally presented as conditional guidance because airline schedules, handling arrangements, customs procedures and facility capabilities may change.

Reference domains:

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Specific cargo acceptance, cut-off times, special-cargo capability, customs release requirements, airline routing and road delivery conditions must be verified with the appointed carrier, handling agent, customs broker and consignee before shipment execution.