The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Arenal Airport (FON) in La Fortuna/San Carlos, Costa Rica is 10,006 kilometers (6,218 miles / 5,403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 79°.

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 Costa Rica. 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 05:55 in Apia, it's 10:55 in La Fortuna/San Carlos. 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 La Fortuna/San Carlos (FON) 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 Arenal Airport (FON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.