The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil is 16,338 kilometers (10,152 miles / 8,822 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:06 in Wake Island, it's 10:06 in Brasilia. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,474 feet between the two airports. Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport sits higher than Wake Island Airfield.

The return flight from Brasilia (BSB) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 281° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Wake Island Airfield (AWK) and Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.