Airport Comparison
Buenos Aires (AEP) to Wake Island (AWK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM is 15,281 kilometers (9,495 miles / 8,251 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 261°.
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 Argentina with UM. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:34 in Buenos Aires, it's 05:34 in Wake Island. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Wake Island (AWK) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) and Wake Island Airfield (AWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.