Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Tangara Da Serra (TGQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Tangara da Serra Airport (TGQ) in Tangara Da Serra, Brazil is 12,151 kilometers (7,550 miles / 6,561 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.
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 Brazil. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:39 in Apia, it's 23:39 in Tangara Da Serra. With a 17-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 1,402 feet between the two airports. Tangara da Serra Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Tangara Da Serra (TGQ) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 249° (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 Tangara da Serra Airport (TGQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.