| Popular Airport | Ufa Intl. Airport |
|---|---|
| Popular Airlines | |
| Approximate Flight Duration | 8 hour |
| Approximate Travel Distance | 6450 Km |
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The city center and Entebbe International Airport are very close to each other and you can easily get to the airport. Although there is no public transportation service to the airport, you can take a taxi at affordable prices for transportation to the airport.
If you prefer, you can also get to the airport very easily by renting a car in the city center. Transfer services provided by a private company is another alternative you can take. Although the airport is so close to the city center, you need to set off taking the potential heavy traffic in Entebbe into consideration and be careful about timing.
You can easily get a taxi in Entebbe city center. If you don’t have a luggage or if you are traveling with a hand luggage, you can also prefer the motorbike taxis called Boda Boda. Since there is no taximeter available in the taxis, you should bargain with the driver about the taxi fare and you shouldn’t do the payment in advance. You are advised to get help from someone you know or your hotel to get a taxi because taxis in the city are not considered reliable in general.
You can contact one of the car rental companies in the city center to rent an affordable car. You can rent a car as well as a motorbike. If you prefer, it is also possible to rent a car with a driver. Your hotel can also help you with the car rental procedures and contact information of the car rental companies. If you are going to drive the car yourself, you should keep in mind that you must have an international driver’s license.
The private company named Uganda Airport Transfers provides transfer services between Entebbe city center, Kampala city center and Entebbe International Airport. The company picks up passengers at anywhere they want and take them to the airport. It is especially a good transportation alternative for crowded groups because the vehicles of the company vary from 3-person cars to 25-person buses. You can get the contact information and price list of Uganda Airport Transfers on its website. Your hotel can also help you with this.
Very few hotels in Entebbe provide their guests with airport shuttle services. If your hotel offers this service, you need to get information about its price and make a reservation in advance to take advantage of the shuttle option. Even if your hotel doesn’t have such a service, they will absolutely help you find a transportation alternative to get to the airport. Under any circumstances, you should keep in mind to bargain for the price in advance.
Entebbe International Airport is the most important and largest airport not only in Entebbe but also in Uganda. A large number of airline companies arrange flights to Entebbe International Airport on a daily basis. Many others also arrange flights to the airport every other day or weekly. Many cities in Uganda, especially Kampala which is the commercial center and capital of the country, use this airport air transportation.
Entebbe International Airport is located on the banks of Lake Victoria, in the immediate vicinity of Entebbe city center. The airport is 41 kilometers away from Kampala and regular minibus services are arranged between Kampala and the airport. The airport has a post office, safe deposit box, cash dispensers and banks.
Entebbe Airport also has cafés, restaurants, and duty-free shopping stores. There is also an internet cafe for those who don't want to stay away from internet access at the airport.
Karibuni Lounge serves at the departure terminal for passengers who want to get relaxed while waiting for their flights. The lounge starts to serve 2 and a half hours before the first flight of the day and it is open until the last flight time. At Karibuni Lounge, you can take advantage of the free internet service, watch TV, read the daily newspapers, take a shower, and relax in the cozy sitting areas. The entrance fee for the lounge is only 15 dollars and the time you can stay in the lounge is limited to a maximum of 3 hours.
Ufa Airport is among the busiest airports in Russia. It is located 22 kilometers away from the city centre and is connected to the city via a highway. The airport, where there are many restaurants you can dine in, stores you can shop at and a hotel, has also free internet connection. Those who wish to have some quality time in the airport may also use the private passenger lounges.
Moreover, your children can play around in the kid’s playground while you are waiting for your flight and you can make money transfer or other banking transactions at the bank offices or on the ATMs. Taxis will be the first option you will encounter for traveling to the city centre from the airport.
Taxis waiting just outside of the terminal are quite cosy and comfortable. They provide convenient and fast transportation to the city centre and fares are very reasonable when compared to the many other cities.
Those who wish to travel by some other vehicle more affordable than taxis may take buses departing to many locations in the city centre from the airport or rent a car. There are also limousines at the service of passengers looking for a much more comfortable and luxurious option.
If you are going stay at a big hotel in the city you may also use hotel shuttles for transportation between the airport and city centre. However, do not forget that you need to contact your hotel or make an online reservation in advance to use these shuttles. Russian Ruble is the generally accepted currency in the city. If you don’t have any ruble on you, you can go to the exchange office in the airport or offer paying with American Dollar or such.
In Ufa, buses come in the first place among the vehicles you can use for transportation between the airport and the city. Although buses are not comfortable as the other alternatives such as taxis and rental cars, they provide both fast and affordable transportation from the airport to the city centre.
You can use the bus lines 110, 110C and 101 to travel to the city centre from Ufa Airport. Bus 110 runs between the airport and Autocentre/Central Market. Bus 110C departs to Zeleneya Roscha. You can travel between the airport and the train station in Ufa city centre by taking the bus 101.
Although buses are in service during the majority of the day, if your landing time is at a very late hour, you may consider taking other alternatives such as taxis or rental cars.
If you have one, you can also use your private vehicle for transportation to Ufa city centre from the airport. Ufa Airport’s large car park provide great convenience for those who have a private vehicle. Moreover, using the car park for less than 15 minutes is free of charge.
Those who will stay longer may use the car park for 100 rubles per hour or 150 rubles per day.If you wish to leave your car at the airport car park for more than 48 hours, you will need to pay 3000 rubles.
Taxi is one of the most preffered vehicles for transportation between the airport and city centre in Ufa. Taxis in Ufa are quite cosy and comfortable. You can take one of the taxis waiting outside Terminal 1, which are available 24 hours a day, after arriving at the airport and start your journey towards the city centre.
Taxis usually have taximeters in them, which does not leave too much room for bargaining. However, you can still form an opinion about the fare you will pay by notifying the driver of your destination before boarding the taxi.
Taxis are frequently used both by tourists and locals alike in the city. If you arrive in the city in a not so late hour and taxi fares are more expensive than you expected, you can also take the buses at the airport to go to the city centre and then take a taxi to your destination. If you wish to make a reservation in advance you can call 8-800-347-2222 or 8-917-734-1578. The one big upside of taking a taxi in Ufa is that they are fast and time-saving. If you have an important meeting or an organization you need to catch, you can be in the city centre in a short time by taking one of the taxis at the terminal gate.
You can also use hotel shuttles for transportation between Ufa Airport and the city centre. The city hosts some of the most famous hotels of the world, and most of these big and multi-room hotels provide shuttle service. You can find out if your hotel provides shuttle service from the airport by contacting them before coming to the city. Hotel shuttles are especially a good choice for those traveling with too many gears. Do not forget to check the hotel’s term of use and, if applicable, any fees before making a reservation for the shuttles. If you book hotel shuttles for both arrival and departure, you can make benefit of discounts and travel at more affordable prices.
There are also companies providing limousine services for those who wish to travel in the city in a much more sophisticated and privileged environment. You can travel to the city centre when you arrive at the city in the luxurious and comfortable vehicle prepared for you by making an online reservation before coming to Ufa. Limousines, driven by chauffeurs, are one of the best options to get to the city after a tiring journey. In the same time, do not forget that limousine fares are not low in Ufa, just like in the other cities of the world. You can sort out the most affordable options by doing some research before making a reservation.
You can also rent a car to get to Ufa city centre from the airport. You can independently travel in the city by renting a car from the companies at the airport such as Hertz, AVIS, Auto Europe and Honk.
You will need to drive for 22 kilometers to get to Ufa city centre from the airport. Then, you can explore both the city and its vicinity in your own car. Traffic in the city is usually orderly and safe, which makes it unlikely to experience any problem while driving.
