The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM is 9,464 kilometers (5,881 miles / 5,110 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:06 in Austin, it's 01:06 in Wake Island. With a 18-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 Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Wake Island Airfield (AWK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.