Airport Comparison
Wake Island (AWK) to Kampala (EBB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Entebbe International Airport (EBB) in Kampala, Uganda is 14,582 kilometers (9,061 miles / 7,873 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.
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 Uganda. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:55 in Wake Island, it's 18:55 in Kampala. With a 9-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 3,759 feet between the two airports. Entebbe International Airport sits higher than Wake Island Airfield.
The return flight from Kampala (EBB) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 64° (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 Wake Island Airfield (AWK) and Entebbe International Airport (EBB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.