The flight distance from Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil to Wau Airport (WUG) in Wau, Papua New Guinea is 16,490 kilometers (10,247 miles / 8,904 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:59 in Rio De Janeiro, it's 02:59 in Wau. With a 13-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 3,572 feet between the two airports. Wau Airport sits higher than Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport.

The return flight from Wau (WUG) to Rio De Janeiro (GIG) follows a heading of 162° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Galeao - Antonio Carlos Jobim International Airport (GIG) and Wau Airport (WUG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.