Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Bayankhongor (BYN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Bayankhongor Airport (BYN) in Bayankhongor, Mongolia is 10,906 kilometers (6,777 miles / 5,889 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 316°.
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 Mongolia. 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 21:15 in Apia, it's 16:15 in Bayankhongor. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 6,027 feet between the two airports. Bayankhongor Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Bayankhongor (BYN) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 102° (east southeast). 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 Bayankhongor Airport (BYN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.