Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Kamina (KMN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Kamina / Ville Airport (KMN) in Kamina, DR Congo is 16,883 kilometers (10,490 miles / 9,116 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southwest at a heading of 218°.
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 05:01 in Apia, it's 18:01 in Kamina. 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 3,617 feet between the two airports. Kamina / Ville Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Kamina (KMN) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 143° (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 Kamina / Ville Airport (KMN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.