The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico is 8,719 kilometers (5,418 miles / 4,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 Mexico. 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 09:27 in Apia, it's 14:27 in San Luis Potosi. With a 19-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 5,977 feet between the two airports. Ponciano Arriaga International Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 250° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.