Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to St Johns (SJN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to St Johns Industrial Air Park (SJN) in St Johns, United States is 8,514 kilometers (5,290 miles / 4,597 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.
This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.
This is an international route connecting Samoa with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:12 in Apia, it's 07:12 in St Johns. With a 20-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 5,679 feet between the two airports. St Johns Industrial Air Park sits higher than Faleolo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from St Johns (SJN) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 242° (west southwest). 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 St Johns Industrial Air Park (SJN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.