Airport Comparison
Abeche Airport (AEH) to Apia (APW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Abeche Airport (AEH) in Abeche Airport, Chad to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 18,628 kilometers (11,575 miles / 10,058 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east at a heading of 91°.
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 Chad with Samoa. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:56 in Abeche Airport, it's 00:56 in Apia. With a 12-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 1,730 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Abeche Airport.
The return flight from Apia (APW) to Abeche Airport (AEH) follows a heading of 272° (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 Abeche Airport (AEH) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.