The flight distance from Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) in Curitiba, Brazil to Wau Airport (WUU) in Wau, South Sudan is 9,108 kilometers (5,659 miles / 4,918 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 Brazil 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 03:40 in Curitiba, it's 08:40 in Wau. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,459 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits lower than Afonso Pena Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUU) to Curitiba (CWB) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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