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MBQ — Mbarara

MBQ is the IATA airport code for Mbarara, Uganda. Local time zone: Africa/Kampala. Below: where it is and how to get into town.

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MBQ is the IATA airport code for Mbarara, Uganda. IATA codes are three-letter identifiers assigned to airports worldwide by the International Air Transport Association — they're what you see on boarding passes, baggage tags, and booking sites. Below: where MBQ is, what timezone it operates in, and how to sort your transfer, lounge access, and car rental before you land.

MBQ airport at a glance
FactDetail
IATA codeMBQ
AirportMbarara
CountryUganda
Coordinates0.6167° S, 30.6500° E
TimezoneAfrica/Kampala

Uganda flagMbarara is served by MBQ in Uganda.

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MBQ airport code — common questions

What airport has the code MBQ?

MBQ is the IATA code for Mbarara, Uganda. You'll see MBQ on boarding passes, baggage tags, and flight-booking sites whenever this airport is the origin or destination.

Where is MBQ airport located?

MBQ serves Mbarara, Uganda, at approximately 0.6167° S, 30.6500° E.

How do I get from MBQ into the city?

Pre-booked private transfers are the most predictable option — fixed price, driver tracking your flight, no taxi-line haggling. Compare partner quotes for Mbarara on this page. Ride-hail and licensed taxis are the usual fallback where available.

What timezone is MBQ in?

MBQ operates on the Africa/Kampala timezone. Flight departure boards always show local time.