The flight distance from Vienna International Airport (VIE) in Vienna, Austria to Wau Airport (WUG) in Wau, Papua New Guinea is 13,508 kilometers (8,394 miles / 7,294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Austria 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 02:22 in Vienna, it's 10:22 in Wau. With a 8-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 3,000 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than Vienna International Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUG) to Vienna (VIE) follows a heading of 323° (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 Vienna International Airport (VIE) and Wau Airport (WUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.