Gulu Airport

Airport Airport

IATA Code
ULU
ICAO Code
HUGU
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
International

Gulu Airport is a regional airport serving northern Uganda. It has a single passenger terminal and handles domestic and occasional international/regional flights; passenger volumes are small compared with Uganda’s main airports.

Gulu Airport
Elevation: 1069 m
2.8056, 32.2718

Terminal Guide for Gulu Airport #

Gulu Airport operates from a single terminal building with separate arrival and departure areas. Facilities are basic: check-in counters, immigration/customs for international movements when scheduled, and a small departure lounge. Expect limited retail and food outlets.

Getting to and From Gulu Airport #

Gulu Airport lies several kilometres from Gulu town; travel into the centre is typically a short drive by taxi or boda-boda (motorcycle taxi).

  • Taxi / car: Taxis offer the most reliable transfer; journey time to central Gulu is usually 15-25 minutes depending on traffic.
  • Motorcycle taxi (boda‑boda): Widely available and faster through local streets but not recommended with heavy luggage.
  • Bus / shared minivan: Local minibuses serve routes between the airport area and town but schedules and stops are informal; ask locally on arrival.
  • Driving: Road links to Gulu are straightforward; parking at the terminal is minimal.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Gulu Airport #

Facilities at Gulu Airport are minimal and geared to short regional flights rather than long connections.

  • Lounges: No airline lounges; seating is in the general departure area.
  • Food & drink: A small café or kiosk may operate during daytime flights; bring snacks for long waits.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Public Wi‑Fi is not reliably available; charging points are limited.
  • Luggage & storage: No formal left‑luggage or baggage-storage services; plan accordingly.
  • Accessibility: Basic accessibility is in place, but request assistance from your airline in advance.

Hotels and Layovers at Gulu Airport #

Hotels are located in Gulu town (several kilometres from the airport); there are no major international-brand hotels at the airfield. For long layovers look for day rooms or hotels in central Gulu that offer airport pickup.

Tips for Gulu Airport #

  • If arriving after hours, arrange a hotel pickup - airport services can be minimal outside daytime hours.
  • Local taxis and motorcycle taxis (“boda”) are common - agree the price before you travel.
  • Buy SIM cards and larger quantities of cash in Gulu town rather than at the airport; airport vendors are limited.

Weather & Climate near Gulu Airport #

Climate

Gulu Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1366 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 70 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
42°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 16 mm and partly cloudy skies.

89 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
17° 33°
40%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

16 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.

85 Excellent

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 33°
36%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

March

March is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
18° 32°
46%
Humidity
Comfortable

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Warm
24°C
Temperature
18° 30°
61%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (166 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
18° 29°
72%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

166 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 28°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 27°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (191 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
17° 28°
73%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

191 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (153 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
70%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (159 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

71 Very Good

Comfort

23°
Feels Like Mild
23°C
Temperature
17° 29°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

159 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

November

November is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

77 Very Good

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 30°
66%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

December

December is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

87 Excellent

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
17° 31°
52%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

30 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
11.9h daylight

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