The flight distance from Kufra Airport (AKF) in Kufra, Libya to Faleolo International Airport (APW) in Apia, Samoa is 18,038 kilometers (11,209 miles / 9,740 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 Libya 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 01:20 in Kufra, it's 12:20 in Apia. With a 11-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 1,309 feet between the two airports. Faleolo International Airport sits lower than Kufra Airport.

The return flight from Apia (APW) to Kufra (AKF) follows a heading of 308° (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 Kufra Airport (AKF) and Faleolo International Airport (APW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.