The flight distance from Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) in Apiay, Colombia to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 11,027 kilometers (6,852 miles / 5,954 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 257°.

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 Colombia with Samoa. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:09 in Apiay, it's 05:09 in Apia. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,149 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to Apiay (API) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.