The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Phifer Airfield (EAN) in Wheatland, United States is 9,237 kilometers (5,740 miles / 4,988 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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 00:33 in Apia, it's 04:33 in Wheatland. 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 4,721 feet between the two airports. Phifer Airfield sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.

The return flight from Wheatland (EAN) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 244° (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 Phifer Airfield (EAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.