The flight distance from Wake Island Airfield (AWK) in Wake Island, UM to Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland is 10,517 kilometers (6,535 miles / 5,679 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 342°.

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 Finland. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:16 in Wake Island, it's 03:16 in Helsinki. 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 Helsinki (HEL) to Wake Island (AWK) follows a heading of 36° (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 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.