Arua Airport
RUA / HUAR
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 19° - 32° | 25° | 17 mm | partly cloudy | 55% | 1.8 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.8h |
| February | Excellent | 19° - 32° | 26° | 34 mm | partly cloudy | 50% | 1.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 11.9h |
| March | Very Good | 20° - 31° | 25° | 88 mm | overcast | 61% | 2.1 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.0h |
| April | Good | 19° - 30° | 25° | 125 mm | overcast | 72% | 2.0 m/s | 2.4 extreme | 12.1h |
| May | Very Good | 19° - 29° | 24° | 121 mm | overcast | 79% | 2.0 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.2h |
| June | Good | 18° - 28° | 23° | 127 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.8 m/s | 1.9 very high | 12.2h |
| July | Good | 17° - 27° | 22° | 155 mm | overcast | 79% | 1.6 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| August | Good | 18° - 27° | 23° | 191 mm | overcast | 81% | 2.0 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.1h |
| September | Good | 18° - 28° | 23° | 187 mm | overcast | 81% | 1.8 m/s | 2.3 extreme | 12.0h |
| October | Good | 18° - 29° | 24° | 198 mm | overcast | 82% | 2.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.9h |
| November | Very Good | 19° - 29° | 24° | 120 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 2.0 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 11.8h |
| December | Excellent | 18° - 30° | 24° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 67% | 1.8 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 11.8h |
