The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Clayton Municipal Airpark (CAO) in Clayton, United States is 9,115 kilometers (5,664 miles / 4,922 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:19 in Apia, it's 19:19 in Clayton. With a 20-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 4,912 feet between the two airports. Clayton Municipal Airpark sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Clayton (CAO) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 246° (west southwest). 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 Clayton Municipal Airpark (CAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.