GVA
Geneva
Switzerland
4,764 km
2,960 miles
WUU
Wau
South Sudan
Distance
4,764 km
2,960 mi / 2,573 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Zurich
Heading
147°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

GVA WUU
Airport Name Geneva Cointrin International Airport Wau Airport
IATA Code GVA WUU
ICAO Code LSGG HSWW
City Geneva Wau
Country Switzerland South Sudan
Timezone Europe/Zurich Africa/Juba
Elevation 1,411 ft 1,529 ft
Coordinates 46.240000, 6.110000 7.730000, 27.980000

Geneva (GVA) to Wau (WUU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) in Geneva, Switzerland to Wau Airport (WUU) in Wau, South Sudan is 4,764 kilometers (2,960 miles / 2,573 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Switzerland with South Sudan. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:31 in Geneva, it's 03:31 in Wau.

The return flight from Wau (WUU) to Geneva (GVA) follows a heading of 338° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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