The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) in Sanya, China is 9,321 kilometers (5,792 miles / 5,033 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

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 China. 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 07:32 in Apia, it's 02:32 in Sanya. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sanya (SYX) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). 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 Sanya Phoenix International Airport (SYX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.