The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Cessna Acft Field (CEA) in Wichita, United States is 9,650 kilometers (5,996 miles / 5,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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 03:13 in Apia, it's 08:13 in Wichita. With a 19-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 1,320 feet between the two airports. Cessna Acft Field sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Wichita (CEA) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 250° (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 Cessna Acft Field (CEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.