APW
Apia
Samoa
2,332 km
1,449 miles
LIF
Lifou
New Caledonia
Distance
2,332 km
1,449 mi / 1,259 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Apia
Heading
248°
west southwest

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APW LIF
Airport Name Faleolo International Airport Lifou Airport
IATA Code APW LIF
ICAO Code NSFA NWWL
City Apia Lifou
Country Samoa New Caledonia
Timezone Pacific/Apia Pacific/Noumea
Elevation 58 ft 92 ft
Coordinates -13.830000, -172.010000 -20.770000, 167.240000

Apia (APW) to Lifou (LIF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Lifou Airport (LIF) in Lifou, New Caledonia is 2,332 kilometers (1,449 miles / 1,259 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Samoa with New Caledonia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:54 in Apia, it's 06:54 in Lifou.

The return flight from Lifou (LIF) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 74° (east northeast). 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 Lifou Airport (LIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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