The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Al Taqaddum Air Base (TQD) in Al Habbaniyah, Iraq is 15,820 kilometers (9,830 miles / 8,542 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Iraq. 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 03:35 in Apia, it's 17:35 in Al Habbaniyah. With a 10-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 Al Habbaniyah (TQD) to Apia (APW) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). 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 Al Taqaddum Air Base (TQD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.