The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Islay Airport (ILY) in Port Ellen, United Kingdom is 15,203 kilometers (9,447 miles / 8,209 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying north northeast at a heading of 12°.

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 Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:47 in Apia, it's 15:47 in Port Ellen. With a 13-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 Port Ellen (ILY) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). 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 Islay Airport (ILY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.