The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Illaga Airport (ILA) in Illaga-Papua Island, Indonesia is 5,637 kilometers (3,503 miles / 3,044 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west at a heading of 276°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Samoa with Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:02 in Apia, it's 21:02 in Illaga-Papua Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,249 feet between the two airports. Illaga Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Illaga-Papua Island (ILA) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). 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 Illaga Airport (ILA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.