Airport Comparison
| APW | ECP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Faleolo International Airport | Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport |
| IATA Code | APW | ECP |
| ICAO Code | NSFA | KECP |
| City | Apia | Panama City |
| Country | Samoa | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Apia | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 58 ft | 69 ft |
| Coordinates | -13.830000, -172.010000 | 30.360000, -85.800000 |
Apia (APW) to Panama City (ECP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) in Panama City, United States is 10,425 kilometers (6,478 miles / 5,629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.
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 09:43 in Apia, it's 14:43 in Panama City. 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.
The return flight from Panama City (ECP) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 256° (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 Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.