RIX
Riga
Latvia
5,481 km
3,406 miles
WUU
Wau
South Sudan
Distance
5,481 km
3,406 mi / 2,959 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Riga
Heading
175°
south

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RIX WUU
Airport Name Riga International Airport Wau Airport
IATA Code RIX WUU
ICAO Code EVRA HSWW
City Riga Wau
Country Latvia South Sudan
Timezone Europe/Riga Africa/Juba
Elevation 36 ft 1,529 ft
Coordinates 56.920000, 23.970000 7.730000, 27.980000

Riga (RIX) to Wau (WUU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riga International Airport (RIX) in Riga, Latvia to Wau Airport (WUU) in Wau, South Sudan is 5,481 kilometers (3,406 miles / 2,959 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 175°.

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 Latvia 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 12:43 in Riga, it's 12:43 in Wau.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,493 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than Riga International Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUU) to Riga (RIX) follows a heading of 357° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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