Jinja Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 12h 9m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Jinja Airport
Jinja Airport is a small civilian and military airport in Uganda. It serves the town of Jinja in Jinja District, Busoga, Eastern Region. It is adjacent to the Uganda Senior Command and Staff College of the Uganda People's Defence Force at Kimaka, a suburb of Jinja. It is approximately 95 kilometres (59 mi), by air, east of Entebbe International Airport, the country's largest airport. Jinja Airport is one of 13 upcountry airports that are administered by the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority.
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HUJILive departures & arrivals
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Where you can fly from here
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Jinja Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Jinja Airport?
The ICAO code for Jinja Airport is HUJI, and its IATA code is JIN.
Where is Jinja Airport located?
Jinja Airport is small airport located in Jinja, Uganda, at an elevation of 3,855 ft (1,175 m).
What time zone is Jinja Airport in?
Jinja Airport is in the Africa/Kampala time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Jinja Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Jinja Airport is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Jinja Airport?
The nearest airport to Jinja Airport is Kakira Airport (HUKK), about 5.8 nm to the ene, followed by Kibimba Airstrip and Kajjansi Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Jinja Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.