The flight distance from Ali-Sabieh Airport (AII) in Ali-Sabieh, Djibouti to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 16,236 kilometers (10,089 miles / 8,767 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:50 in Ali-Sabieh, it's 07:50 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 2,262 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Ali-Sabieh Airport.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to Ali-Sabieh (AII) follows a heading of 269° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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