Airport Comparison
Caracas (CCS) to Wau (WUU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) in Caracas, Venezuela to Wau Airport (WUU) in Wau, South Sudan is 10,388 kilometers (6,455 miles / 5,609 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 81°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Venezuela with South Sudan. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 05:06 in Caracas, it's 11:06 in Wau. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,294 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport.
The return flight from Wau (WUU) to Caracas (CCS) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Maiquetia (Simon Bolivar Internacional) Airport (CCS) and Wau Airport (WUU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.