Travelling from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 3 hours behind Entebbe, where Entebbe International Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from EBB to London. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore a different city. When searching for flights from EBB to London, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
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If you hold a passport from Uganda, you'll need an embassy visa to enter United Kingdom. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Entebbe International Airport to London for tourism purposes. The rules may be different if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules before you book and definitely before flying.
Central Entebbe to EBB is around 3 miles. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 9 minutes to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near EBB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Entebbe International Airport to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
How to find the cheapest flights from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to London
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Entebbe International Airport to London is £229. The cheapest price for a return flight is £458. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from EBB to London, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Entebbe International Airport to London across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London is around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 miles away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour and 1 minute.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Entebbe International Airport to London, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 50 miles from the centre of London. Once you've hopped off your flight from Entebbe International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near LGW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your flight from EBB to London:
Best time to go to London
July is the busiest month to board a flight from Entebbe International Airport to London while February is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit London, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Lock in your flight from Entebbe International Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from EBB to London sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in London right here. Check out these options after locking in your flight from Entebbe International Airport to London:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
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