The flight distance from Malpensa International Airport (MXP) in Milan, Italy to Wau Airport (WUG) in Wau, Papua New Guinea is 14,161 kilometers (8,799 miles / 7,647 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 Italy with Papua New Guinea. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:15 in Milan, it's 22:15 in Wau. With a 9-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 2,832 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than Malpensa International Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUG) to Milan (MXP) follows a heading of 324° (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 Malpensa International Airport (MXP) and Wau Airport (WUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.