Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Aima Ata (BXJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Boralday Airport (BXJ) in Aima Ata, Kazakhstan is 12,758 kilometers (7,927 miles / 6,889 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.
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 Kazakhstan. 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 02:40 in Apia, it's 18:40 in Aima Ata. With a 8-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 2,286 feet between the two airports. Boralday Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Aima Ata (BXJ) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 86° (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 Boralday Airport (BXJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.