Airport Comparison
Apia (APW) to Villa Dolores (VDR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa to Villa Dolores Airport (VDR) in Villa Dolores, Argentina is 10,726 kilometers (6,665 miles / 5,791 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
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 Argentina. 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 07:25 in Apia, it's 15:25 in Villa Dolores. With a 16-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 1,789 feet between the two airports. Villa Dolores Airport sits higher than Faleolo International Airport.
The return flight from Villa Dolores (VDR) 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 Villa Dolores Airport (VDR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.