The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Fakarava Airport (FAV) in Fakarava Airport, French Polynesia is 2,840 kilometers (1,765 miles / 1,533 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Samoa with French Polynesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:56 in Apia, it's 07:56 in Fakarava Airport. With a 23-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 Fakarava Airport (FAV) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 271° (west). 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 Fakarava Airport (FAV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.