Entebbe International Airport Taxi vs Uber

Real prices, official pickup locations, scam warnings and the cheapest way from Entebbe International Airport (EBB) to Kampala city centre.

Official Taxi
UGX 150,000-250,000 ($40-67) fixed to central Kampala
60-90 min
Airport-approved fixed-rate taxis
Uber
UGX 60,000-120,000 ($16-32) — Uber + Bolt
Both Uber + Bolt active — designated ride-share zone

Cheapest way

Pearl Days airport shuttle to Kampala hotels — UGX 45,000 (~$12).

Where to catch an official taxi

Arrivals — fixed-rate rank outside

How to avoid taxi scams at Entebbe International Airport

  • Entebbe → Kampala is 46 km — expect $16-32 minimum on Bolt, more in traffic.
  • Never accept "shortcut via Munyonyo" — legit route is Entebbe Highway.
  • Fake "airport pass" or "government tax" surcharges do not exist.

Skip the queue — pre-book a fixed-price transfer

No haggling, no scam risk, driver meets you inside arrivals with a name-board. Locks price before you fly.

Getting out of Kampala (EBB)

Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.

Pre-book a fixed-price transfer

Our pick

Driver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.

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Currency
UGX
English-friendly
High
Tipping
Round up. UGX 5,000-10,000 standard.

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