AeroLink
Uganda's scheduled safari airline, linking Entebbe with national parks and remote airstrips using small turboprop aircraft.
About AeroLink
AeroLink Uganda is a privately operated Ugandan scheduled and charter airline established in 2012. Based at Entebbe International Airport, it is distinct from the former Benin Golf Air despite some airline databases associating both carriers with the A8 designator. AeroLink works alongside sister operators AirKenya and Regional Air Tanzania, creating coordinated links across the principal safari circuits of East Africa.
The airline's network is designed primarily for visitors travelling between Entebbe and Uganda's national parks, wildlife reserves and adventure regions. Its published destinations include areas serving Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls, Kidepo Valley, Kibale, Lake Mburo, the Rwenzori Mountains, Semuliki and Jinja. Services use regional airstrips such as Kihihi, Kisoro, Kasese and Pakuba, with schedules varying seasonally.
AeroLink operates Cessna Grand Caravan turboprops suited to short runways and relatively small passenger loads. The aircraft have a single cabin rather than conventional economy, business and first-class sections, and the airline states that scheduled flights operate with two qualified crew members. Space for baggage and cabin belongings is considerably more restricted than aboard a conventional jet, reflecting the aircraft's size and safari-focused operation.
AeroLink does not belong to Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld, and it does not advertise a conventional frequent-flyer programme. Its regional value instead comes from coordinated connections with AirKenya and Regional Air Tanzania, which can help travellers combine Ugandan destinations with safari areas in Kenya and Tanzania. Passengers should nevertheless confirm through-ticketing, baggage arrangements and connection protection when an itinerary involves more than one operator.
The airline's principal strength is the time it can save on journeys that would otherwise require long drives over variable road conditions. Its small aircraft can also provide direct access to airstrips close to major wildlife areas. The trade-off is reduced flexibility: schedules may operate only on selected days, flights can make intermediate stops, baggage limits are strict, and weather or operational conditions can affect timings. Travellers should leave generous margins before international connections.
Good to know
Flying with AeroLink — what to expect
Strict Baggage Limits
Small safari aircraft have tight weight and storage constraints, and AeroLink's allowance includes both checked and hand baggage. Soft-sided luggage is preferable, and passengers should verify the current total allowance before packing.
Remote Airstrips
Many flights serve small airstrips near national parks rather than city airports. Confirm the correct airstrip and arrange lodge or tour-operator transfers in advance.
Possible Intermediate Stops
A scheduled flight may stop at another airstrip to collect or drop off passengers. Published timings should therefore be treated as operational estimates rather than guaranteed nonstop journey times.
Connection Planning
Allow a substantial buffer when connecting at Entebbe to or from an international flight. Weather, airstrip conditions and safari-flight operating requirements can cause schedule changes.
Small Aircraft Cabin
Grand Caravan aircraft have a compact single cabin without conventional premium classes. Travellers with mobility needs or concerns about boarding small aircraft should contact AeroLink before departure.
Route network
Popular routes operated by AeroLink
Notable destinations on AeroLink's network.
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FAQ
AeroLink — frequently asked questions
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8 common questions
- Entebbe International Airport is AeroLink's main departure point. Kihihi, Kisoro, Kasese and Pakuba are among the important safari airstrips used within its network.
- Services between Entebbe and the remote Kidepo Valley area have traditionally been among AeroLink's longest domestic sectors. Because Kidepo service may be seasonal, limited or charter-based, confirm the current timetable with the airline.
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- AeroLink's official destination guide highlights nine Ugandan tourism regions, but the number of scheduled airstrips served can vary with the timetable. Check the airline's current schedule for the exact network on your travel dates.
- AeroLink's primary base and network gateway is Entebbe International Airport in Uganda. Most scheduled safari itineraries connect through Entebbe.
- AeroLink focuses on a combined baggage weight allowance rather than the standard cabin-bag dimensions used by large jet airlines. Space is limited, so use compact soft-sided luggage and confirm the current allowance directly before travel.
- AeroLink links Entebbe with airstrips serving tourism regions including Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls, Kibale, the Rwenzori Mountains, Semuliki, Lake Mburo, Kidepo Valley and Jinja. Individual services and operating days can change by season.
- Fares are generally most manageable when booked early and outside Uganda's busiest safari periods. Compare nearby dates, but first check which days the required airstrip is served.