Entebbe International Airport registered a significant increase in passenger traffic in February 2026, underlining a continued recovery and expansion in Uganda’s air transport sector.
According to the latest traffic update, the airport handled a total of 189,575 international passengers during the month, comprising 90,007 arrivals and 99,568 departures. This translates to an average of about 6,770 passengers per day.
The February figures mark a sharp rise of 39,387 passengers compared to January 2026, when the airport recorded 150,188. Year-on-year, the growth is equally notable, with February 2026 surpassing the 159,503 passengers recorded in February 2025 by 30,072 .
Cargo volumes also posted steady growth. The airport handled 4,498 metric tonnes of cargo in February 2026, including 2,955 metric tonnes of exports and 1,543 metric tonnes of imports.
This represents an increase from the 3,982 metric tonnes recorded in January 2026 and an improvement over February 2025 levels, which stood at a combined 4,546 metric tonnes.
The upward trend in both passenger and cargo traffic signals sustained growth in aviation activity, supported by increased travel demand and trade flows.
However, the outlook for March 2026 remains uncertain. Aviation authorities note that partial closures of Middle East airspace beginning February 28 have disrupted some flight operations from Entebbe.
With only a phased reopening currently underway, several airlines have been affected, and passenger and cargo traffic is expected to decline in the short term.
Despite the anticipated dip, the February performance reinforces Entebbe’s position as a key regional aviation hub and a critical gateway for Uganda’s international travel and trade.
