The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport (SLR) in Sulphur Springs, United States is 9,622 kilometers (5,979 miles / 5,195 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.

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 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 16:17 in Apia, it's 21:17 in Sulphur Springs. 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.

The return flight from Sulphur Springs (SLR) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 251° (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 Sulphur Springs Municipal Airport (SLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.