Gulu Airport — Gulu, Uganda

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The airport code for Gulu Airport (Gulu) is ULU — its ICAO code is HUGU.

Distance & flight time from ULU

Gulu Airport

Gulu Airport, designated ULU, serves the city of Gulu in northern Uganda, a growing regional center that has rebuilt significantly following decades of past conflict in the area. The airport supports domestic flights linking Gulu with Entebbe near Kampala, offering a faster alternative to overland travel across Ugandan roads. Gulu has emerged as an important hub for humanitarian organizations, agricultural trade, and regional administration in northern Uganda, and the airport facilitates the movement of aid workers, officials, and business travelers. Though the facility remains modest in scale with limited daily flights, ULU plays a meaningful role in reconnecting this recovering region to the rest of the country.

Runways at Gulu Airport (ULU)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
17/3510314 ft (3144 m)98 ft (30 m)ASP

Radio frequencies for Gulu Airport (ULU)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
ATC123.7 MHz
CTAFADVISORY118.2 MHz

Airports near Gulu Airport (ULU)

Find details on ULU, Gulu Airport in northern Uganda, including domestic flight routes, humanitarian and business travel connections, and the airport's role supporting this recovering regional city.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Gulu Airport?

The IATA code for Gulu Airport is ULU.

What is the ICAO code for Gulu Airport?

The ICAO code for Gulu Airport is HUGU. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.