Uganda’s national carrier, Uganda Airlines, has announced plans to introduce daily flights between Entebbe and Kigali starting November 18, 2026, in a move expected to strengthen connectivity between Rwanda and Uganda.
The new service is intended to make travel between the neighbouring countries more convenient while supporting tourism, trade and business activities.
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Uganda Airlines Engages Rwanda’s Tourism Sector
As part of preparations for the new route, Uganda Airlines held a stakeholder engagement meeting with representatives of Rwanda’s tourism and travel industry in Kigali on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The event was organised in partnership with the Ugandan Embassy in Rwanda and the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB).
The meeting brought together tourism companies, tour operators and other players in the travel industry to discuss opportunities created by the new daily service. Participants also explored ways to strengthen tourism cooperation and benefit from improved air connectivity between the two countries. During the engagement, Uganda showcased its tourism attractions and investment opportunities in the sector, seeking to promote the country as an attractive destination for travellers from Rwanda and other markets.
Michael Bulwaka, an adviser at the Ugandan Embassy in Rwanda, highlighted the services offered by Uganda Airlines and the country’s tourism potential. He said the meeting provided an opportunity to inform industry partners about the benefits and opportunities associated with the new route.
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Part of Uganda Airlines’ Network Expansion
The launch of the Entebbe-Kigali service follows Uganda Airlines’ recent network expansion efforts, including the introduction of flights to Accra, Ghana. The new route forms part of the airline’s broader strategy to expand its network and strengthen regional connectivity.
The daily flights are expected to make travel easier for businesspeople, tourists and other passengers while contributing to stronger economic and tourism ties between Rwanda and Uganda.
