The flight distance from Al Baha Airport (ABT) in Al Baha Airport, Saudi Arabia to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 16,374 kilometers (10,175 miles / 8,841 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 84°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Samoa. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:40 in Al Baha Airport, it's 09:40 in Apia. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,428 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Al Baha Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to Al Baha Airport (ABT) follows a heading of 286° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Al Baha Airport (ABT) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.