London, United Kingdom → Kampala, Uganda · ✈ 8h 34min · 🚗 104h 59min
3,488 nautical miles · Time difference: +2h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from London to Kampala is 6,460 km (4,014 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 8h 34min.
The straight-line distance from London, United Kingdom to Kampala, Uganda is approximately 6,460 kilometers (4,014 miles or 3,488 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Kampala is located southeast of London. London is in Europe, in the England region of United Kingdom, while Kampala is in Africa, in Central, Uganda. This intercontinental route spans from Europe to Africa.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 6,460 km | ~8h 34min | Best option for speed |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from London to Kampala. For 6,460 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
London sits at 51.5074°N, 0.1278°W, while Kampala is located at 0.3476°N, 32.5825°E. The initial compass bearing from London to Kampala is 140° (SE), so a great-circle flight path leaves London heading roughly SE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 51.16° and the longitude difference is 32.71°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between London and Kampala is approximately 26.8162°N, 20.1344°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 3,230 km from each city. On long-haul flights this point usually falls over open ocean or remote terrain, which is why in-flight maps often look "empty" mid-route.
Kampala is roughly 2 hours ahead of London. When it is 09:00 in London, it is approximately 11:00 in Kampala. A 2-hour shift is small enough that most travelers adjust within a day. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
London is a major city in United Kingdom with a population of approximately 8,982,000. Located in the England region, it is an important hub in Europe. As one of the largest cities in United Kingdom, London is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Kampala is a notable city in Uganda with a population of approximately 1,680,600. Situated in the Central region, it serves as a key destination in Africa. Kampala offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Uganda.
At 6,460 km, this is one of the longer routes on the globe, spanning from Europe to Africa. For comparison, London to Sydney is about 17,000 km — roughly half the circumference of the Earth.
At 6,460 km, London to Kampala is one of the world's longer routes, covering 16.1% of Earth's circumference (40,075 km).
Combined, London and Kampala have a population of over 10,662,600 people, making this a major urban corridor.
This route crosses from Europe to Africa, spanning 2 timezones.
The straight-line distance from London to Kampala is approximately 6,460 kilometers (4,014 miles, 3,488 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 8h 34min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 104h 59min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Kampala is approximately +2h ahead compared to London.
The estimated road distance is approximately 8,398 km, which is about 30% longer than the 6,460 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: May 30, 2026.