LGW
London
United Kingdom
5,477 km
3,403 miles
WUU
Wau
South Sudan
Distance
5,477 km
3,403 mi / 2,957 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
142°
southeast

Airport Comparison

LGW WUU
Airport Name London Gatwick Airport Wau Airport
IATA Code LGW WUU
ICAO Code EGKK HSWW
City London Wau
Country United Kingdom South Sudan
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Juba
Elevation 202 ft 1,529 ft
Coordinates 51.150000, -0.190000 7.730000, 27.980000

London (LGW) to Wau (WUU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) in London, United Kingdom to Wau Airport (WUU) in Wau, South Sudan is 5,477 kilometers (3,403 miles / 2,957 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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 United Kingdom 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 06:42 in London, it's 08:42 in Wau.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,327 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than London Gatwick Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUU) to London (LGW) follows a heading of 337° (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 London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Wau Airport (WUU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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