The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM is 12,554 kilometers (7,801 miles / 6,779 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 38°.

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 Greece with UM. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:06 in Athens, it's 01:06 in Wake Island. With a 10-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 Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Wake Island Airfield (AWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.