MAN
Manchester
United Kingdom
6,362 km
3,953 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
6,362 km
3,953 mi / 3,435 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
139°
southeast

Airport Comparison

MAN RUA
Airport Name Manchester Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code MAN RUA
ICAO Code EGCC HUAR
City Manchester Arua
Country United Kingdom Uganda
Timezone Europe/London Africa/Kampala
Elevation 257 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 53.350000, -2.270000 3.050000, 30.920000

Manchester (MAN) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Manchester Airport (MAN) in Manchester, United Kingdom to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 6,362 kilometers (3,953 miles / 3,435 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.

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 Uganda. 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 16:46 in Manchester, it's 19:46 in Arua. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,694 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than Manchester Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Manchester (MAN) 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 Manchester Airport (MAN) and Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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