Eldoret to Wau flights
Wau lies 1,135 km (705 mi) north-west of Eldoret, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 12 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Eldoret | Wau | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Kenya | South Sudan |
| Population | 475,716 | 127,384 |
| Elevation | 2,095 m (6,873 ft) | 440 m (1,444 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Africa/Nairobi) | UTC+2 (Africa/Juba) |
| Nearest large airport | EDL, 13 km out | WUU, 3 km out |
Clocks in Wau are 1 h behind Eldoret right now, so a 2 h 12 min journey lands only 1 h 12 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Wau
Crossing from Kenya into South Sudan: money changes from the Shilling to the Pound (SSP); traffic switches to the right; the dialling code becomes +211; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Airports at each end
Leaving Eldoret
Eldoret is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Eldoret International Airport (EDL), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,480-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Kisumu International Airport (KIS, 90 km).
Arriving in Wau
Wau is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Wau Airport (WUU), 3 km (2 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,202 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wau Airport (regional) | WUU | 3 km (2 mi) | 8,202 ft | 1,529 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Wau from Eldoret?
1,135 km (705 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Eldoret.
How long does it take to get from Eldoret to Wau by air?
About 2 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Eldoret and Wau?
Wau is 1 h behind at the moment (Africa/Juba against Africa/Nairobi).
Which airports are used for Eldoret to Wau flights?
Typically Eldoret International Airport (EDL) to Wau Airport (WUU).
What currency do I need in Wau?
The Pound (SSP).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.