The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (RAS) in Rasht, Iran is 15,148 kilometers (9,413 miles / 8,179 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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 Iran. 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 03:17 in Apia, it's 17:47 in Rasht. With a 9.5-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 Rasht (RAS) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 69° (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 Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (RAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.