Arua Airport
Airport Airport
Arua Airport is a regional airport in northwestern Uganda serving Arua town and the surrounding West Nile region. It operates from a single terminal and handles scheduled domestic services and general aviation.
Terminal Guide for Arua Airport #
The facility features one modest passenger terminal with basic check‑in, a small departure lounge and arrival area. Airline ticketing and ground‑handling are scaled to regional traffic; expect short walking distances within the terminal.
Getting to and From Arua Airport #
Arua town centre is roughly 10-20 minutes from the airport by road depending on traffic.
- Taxi / boda‑boda: local taxis and motorcycle taxis provide the most common links into town; fares are negotiated in UGX.
- Hotel transfer: many hotels offer pickups - confirm arrangements in advance.
- Public buses: shared minibuses operate on routes through Arua but schedules are informal.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Arua Airport #
Facilities are basic.
- Lounges: none.
- Food & drink: a small kiosk or café may operate depending on flight schedules.
- Wi‑Fi & charging: limited or no public Wi‑Fi; bring a power bank.
- Luggage & services: car hire and local transport desks are informal; larger services are arranged through town providers.
- Accessibility: assistance can usually be arranged via your carrier.
Tips for Arua Airport #
- Carry Ugandan shillings in small denominations - cash is commonly needed for taxis and smaller vendors.
- Expect local motorcycle taxis (boda‑bodas) for short hops; use a metered taxi or agree a price beforehand for car taxis.
- Flight schedules to Entebbe/Kampala can change; confirm domestic flight times with the carrier a day before travel.
Weather & Climate near Arua Airport #
Arua Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1402 mm/year), wettest in October with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 17 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (155 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (191 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (187 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (198 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
