CAI
Cairo
Egypt
2,515 km
1,563 miles
WUU
Wau
South Sudan
Distance
2,515 km
1,563 mi / 1,358 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Cairo
Heading
189°
south

Airport Comparison

CAI WUU
Airport Name Cairo International Airport Wau Airport
IATA Code CAI WUU
ICAO Code HECA HSWW
City Cairo Wau
Country Egypt South Sudan
Timezone Africa/Cairo Africa/Juba
Elevation 382 ft 1,529 ft
Coordinates 30.120000, 31.410000 7.730000, 27.980000

Cairo (CAI) to Wau (WUU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cairo International Airport (CAI) in Cairo, Egypt to Wau Airport (WUU) in Wau, South Sudan is 2,515 kilometers (1,563 miles / 1,358 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 189°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Egypt with South Sudan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:42 in Cairo, it's 07:42 in Wau.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,147 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than Cairo International Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUU) to Cairo (CAI) follows a heading of 8° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cairo International Airport (CAI) and Wau Airport (WUU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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