How to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to Uganda
Book a return flight from Johannesburg to Uganda from R 6,029, the cheapest price currently available.
You'll be travelling from Johannesburg into Entebbe in Entebbe with that fare.
R 3,234 is the lowest price for a one-way journey.
Want to let the lowest fares decide where you head to next? Select 'Uganda' in the 'To' field to find the best deals by city.
There's one international airport in Uganda handling arrivals.
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The earlier you book, the better. Fares tend to rise as your trip date gets closer, not fall.
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Best time to fly from Johannesburg to Uganda
If you're trying to spend less, September is usually the cheapest month to catch a flight from Johannesburg to Uganda.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays are often the most affordable days to travel in general, with prices dipping during the quieter midweek period.
The height of the travel season in Uganda runs through July, August and October. July is the busiest month and the perfect time to visit if you want a packed calendar of events.
Alternatively, skip the peak season surge by checking out flights in March, April and December. Out of these low season months, March is the quietest.
Flights from Johannesburg to Uganda: what to expect
You can expect to leave from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) when catching a flight out of Johannesburg.
From Johannesburg, you can fly nonstop to at least one airport in Uganda.
Roughly six direct flights connect Johannesburg with destinations around Uganda each week.
The main airline operating on this route is Uganda Airlines.
Entebbe is one of the most popular routes from Johannesburg to Uganda.
Across all routes, the average journey comes in at around 4 hours 15 minutes.
Popular places to visit in Uganda
Entebbe
This Central Region city is one of the leading destinations for Johannesburg to Uganda flights. Get your sightseeing underway at main attractions like Lake Victoria, White Sands Beach and Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Watching Entebbe.
Flying into Entebbe typically means landing at Entebbe Airport (EBB).
Ready to lock in your perfect base? Check out the lineup of hotels in Entebbe.
Kampala
Uganda Museum, Budongo Forest and Namirembe Cathedral are an ideal introduction to the highlights in this Central Region city.
After your plane ticket is locked in, you can begin searching for the right stay among the hotels in Kampala.
Gulu
Major sights to squeeze in while you're in this part of Northern Region include St Josephs Catholic Cathedral, Art Factory GULU and BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir.
From short city visits to longer stays, hotels in Gulu cover a wide range of budgets and travel styles.
Visiting Uganda for the first time? Here's what you need to know
Entry rules can often change, so check whether you'll need a visa or any other type of documentation before you travel. Your airline, travel agent or the local consulate or embassy should have the most up-to-date details.
Uganda has a population of roughly 50 million. The capital city is Kampala.
You won't have to adjust your watch while travelling through this destination, with one standard time zone of UTC+3 inches place.
For a warmer trip to Uganda, consider going in February.
Temperatures are often coolest around June.
You can expect more rain in May, while January tends to be drier.
Martyrs' Day, the Nyege Nyege music festival and Independence Day are some of the headline events here. Consider booking your Johannesburg to Uganda flight around moments like these for a travel experience beyond the ordinary.
Complete your trip with hotels and a car rental
With your cheap flight from Johannesburg to Uganda locked in, it's now time to plan the rest of your journey. Discover the best prices and places to suit every budget across hotels in Uganda. You can also check out car rental options in Uganda and compare offers from trusted companies in seconds.
