The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Ataq Airport (AXK) in Ataq Airport, Yemen is 15,832 kilometers (9,838 miles / 8,549 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:10 in Apia, it's 15:10 in Ataq Airport. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,677 feet between the two airports. Ataq Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Ataq Airport (AXK) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 94° (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 Faleolo International Airport (APW) and Ataq Airport (AXK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.