Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Kasongo (KGN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Kasongo Airport (KGN) in Kasongo, DR Congo is 17,118 kilometers (10,637 miles / 9,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 DR Congo. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:54 in Apia, it's 16:54 in Kasongo. With a 11-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,727 feet between the two airports. Kasongo Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Kasongo (KGN) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 135° (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 Kasongo Airport (KGN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.