The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 10,342 kilometers (6,426 miles / 5,584 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:12 in San Rafael, it's 08:12 in Apia. 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 2,412 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 127° (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 Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.